Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Castor Seed was quoted at ₹6,900 per quintal in Deesa(Bhildi) APMC. This is one of several Castor Seed rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Castor Seed Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,900
- Lowest Price Today₹6,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Castor seed)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Castor Seed rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Castor Seed is about 4.9% below the period average — just 35.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Castor Seed rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajkot APMC Leader | ₹7,100 |
| 2 Vijapur APMC | ₹7,090 |
| 3 Mehsana APMC | ₹7,085 |
| 4 Unava APMC | ₹7,080 |
| 5 Mansa APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 6 Himatnagar APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 7 Deesa APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 8 Diyodar APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 9 Kalol APMC | ₹7,025 |
| 10 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,025 |
| 11 Bhabhar APMC | ₹7,020 |
| 12 Siddhpur APMC | ₹7,017 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹83 (1.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Deesa(Bhildi) APMC ranged between ₹6,300 and ₹10,747, with the average around ₹7,252. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,035 | ₹6,990 | ₹7,035 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,930 | ₹6,920 | ₹6,925 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,025 | ₹7,025 | ₹7,025 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,005 | ₹6,850 | ₹7,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,950 | ₹6,875 | ₹6,950 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,750 | ₹6,750 | ₹6,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,855 | ₹6,855 | ₹6,855 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,930 | ₹6,930 | ₹6,930 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,850 | ₹6,950 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,055 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,150 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹7,125 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,075 |
| 11 Jul | ₹6,950 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,950 |
| 10 Jul | ₹10,747 | ₹10,747 | ₹10,747 |
| 09 Jul | ₹9,407 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,333 |
| 08 Jul | ₹9,380 | ₹9,133 | ₹9,333 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Castor Seed, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Castor Seed changed hands at this rate in Deesa(Bhildi) APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.