With the 17 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹8,446 per quintal in Thara APMC. See where this sits in the day's Castor Seed range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Castor Seed Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,571
- Lowest Price Today₹8,320
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,446
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Castor seed)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Castor Seed about 17.9% above the period average, and just 1.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Castor Seed rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Thara APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Unava APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 Bhabhar APMC | ₹8,585 |
| 3 Siddhpur APMC | ₹8,527 |
| 4 Mehsana APMC | ₹8,525 |
| 5 Lakhani APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Mansa APMC | ₹8,475 |
| 7 Visnagar APMC | ₹8,452 |
| 8 Deesa APMC | ₹8,450 |
| 9 Thara APMC | ₹8,446 |
| 10 Amirgadh APMC | ₹8,425 |
| 11 Kalol APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 12 Palanpur APMC | ₹8,390 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Castor Seed.
That ₹210 (2.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Castor Seed fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Thara APMC ranged between ₹6,375 and ₹8,571, with the average around ₹7,166. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹8,571 | ₹8,320 | ₹8,446 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,330 | ₹8,175 | ₹8,253 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,410 | ₹8,150 | ₹8,280 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,210 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,105 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,210 | ₹7,950 | ₹8,080 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,150 | ₹7,950 | ₹8,050 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,645 | ₹7,425 | ₹7,535 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,685 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,568 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,640 | ₹7,515 | ₹7,578 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,605 | ₹7,460 | ₹7,533 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,595 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,523 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,591 | ₹7,425 | ₹7,508 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,450 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,585 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,493 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,525 | ₹7,321 | ₹7,423 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,511 | ₹7,225 | ₹7,368 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,480 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,365 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,540 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,395 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,220 | ₹7,310 |
| 29 Aug | ₹7,270 | ₹7,025 | ₹7,148 |
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
Before carting Castor Seed to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Castor Seed was priced at this level in Thara APMC on 17 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.