Going by the latest APMC figures for 21 Oct 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹8,300 per quintal in Tharad(Rah) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Tharad(Rah) APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,400
- Lowest Price Today₹8,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Castor Seed rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 16.6% above the period average and just 2.1% 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
Here's how Castor Seed rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dhanera APMC Leader | ₹8,825 |
| 2 Unava APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Bhabhar APMC | ₹8,710 |
| 4 Diyodar APMC | ₹8,692 |
| 5 Thara(Shihori) APMC | ₹8,675 |
| 6 Mehsana APMC | ₹8,650 |
| 7 Lakhani APMC | ₹8,632 |
| 8 Mansa APMC | ₹8,625 |
| 9 Tharad APMC | ₹8,612 |
| 10 Radhanpur APMC | ₹8,605 |
| 11 Sami APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 12 Siddhpur APMC | ₹8,590 |
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 ₹235 (2.7%) 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 ₹7,119. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹8,400 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,300 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Tharad(Rah) APMC posted this Castor Seed rate on 21 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.