From today's trading desk on 13 Oct 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹8,117 per quintal in Lakhani APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Lakhani APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Castor Seed arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,117
- Lowest Price Today₹8,117
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,117
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Castor Seed is about 13.4% above the period average, sitting right at the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Castor Seed rates across the markets that reported on 13 Oct 2026, so you can see where Lakhani APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Unava APMC Leader | ₹8,250 |
| 2 Mehsana APMC | ₹8,210 |
| 3 Radhanpur APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 4 Visnagar APMC | ₹8,180 |
| 5 Dhanera APMC | ₹8,170 |
| 6 Bhabhar APMC | ₹8,150 |
| 7 Diyodar APMC | ₹8,145 |
| 8 Lakhani APMC | ₹8,117 |
| 9 Mansa APMC | ₹8,115 |
| 10 Palanpur APMC | ₹8,103 |
| 11 Kadi APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 12 Vijapur APMC | ₹8,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹150 (1.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Castor Seed matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Lakhani APMC ranged between ₹6,607 and ₹8,117, with the average around ₹7,155. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹8,097 | ₹8,097 | ₹8,097 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,117 | ₹8,117 | ₹8,117 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,587 | ₹7,587 | ₹7,587 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,615 | ₹7,615 | ₹7,615 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,582 | ₹7,582 | ₹7,582 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,562 | ₹7,562 | ₹7,562 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,522 | ₹7,522 | ₹7,522 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,507 | ₹7,507 | ₹7,507 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,350 | ₹7,350 | ₹7,350 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,467 | ₹7,467 | ₹7,467 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,470 | ₹7,470 | ₹7,470 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,450 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,450 |
| 26 Aug | ₹7,207 | ₹7,207 | ₹7,207 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,072 | ₹7,072 | ₹7,072 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,065 | ₹7,065 | ₹7,065 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,937 | ₹6,937 | ₹6,937 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,107 | ₹7,107 | ₹7,107 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,075 | ₹7,075 | ₹7,075 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,090 | ₹7,090 | ₹7,090 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,065 | ₹7,065 | ₹7,065 |
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
The day's best Castor Seed rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
To sum up, this was the Castor Seed rate at Lakhani APMC on 13 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.