Turning to the 19 Oct 2026 APMC board, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹8,362 per quintal in Tharad(Rah) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Castor Seed Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,475
- Lowest Price Today₹8,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,362
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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.
Today's rate is about 18.0% above the period average and just 1.3% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Castor Seed rates across active mandis for 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Radhanpur APMC Leader | ₹8,755 |
| 2 Bhabhar APMC | ₹8,730 |
| 3 Diyodar APMC | ₹8,650 |
| 4 Mansa APMC | ₹8,645 |
| 5 Thara APMC | ₹8,618 |
| 6 Tharad APMC | ₹8,595 |
| 7 Mehsana APMC | ₹8,575 |
| 8 Siddhpur APMC | ₹8,555 |
| 9 Thara(Shihori) APMC | ₹8,553 |
| 10 Kadi APMC | ₹8,550 |
| 11 Visnagar APMC | ₹8,542 |
| 12 Amirgadh APMC | ₹8,515 |
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.
A spread of ₹240 (2.8%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Tharad(Rah) APMC ranged between ₹6,425 and ₹8,475, with the average around ₹7,084. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹8,475 | ₹8,250 | ₹8,362 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,100 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,560 | ₹7,475 | ₹7,525 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,325 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,250 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,175 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,425 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,337 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,325 | ₹7,050 | ₹7,187 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,350 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,225 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,300 | ₹7,175 | ₹7,237 |
| 01 Sep | ₹7,275 | ₹7,150 | ₹7,212 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹7,125 | ₹7,212 |
| 29 Aug | ₹7,175 | ₹7,025 | ₹7,100 |
| 26 Aug | ₹7,050 | ₹6,950 | ₹7,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,125 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,062 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,050 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,975 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,025 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,950 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,025 | ₹6,750 | ₹6,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,025 | ₹6,825 | ₹6,925 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,025 | ₹6,825 | ₹6,925 |
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
Selling Castor Seed well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Tharad(Rah) APMC posted this Castor Seed rate on 19 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.