With the 08 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹6,685 per quintal in Botad APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Castor Seed Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,750
- Lowest Price Today₹6,605
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,685
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Castor Seed rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 3.9% 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
Here's how Castor Seed rates stacked up across reporting markets on 08 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dahod APMC Leader | ₹8,200 |
| 2 Rajkot APMC | ₹7,080 |
| 3 Diyodar APMC | ₹7,070 |
| 4 Mehsana APMC | ₹7,065 |
| 5 Mansa APMC | ₹7,060 |
| 6 Dhanera APMC | ₹7,060 |
| 7 Radhanpur APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 8 Kalol APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 9 Deesa APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 10 Kadi APMC | ₹7,045 |
| 11 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,025 |
| 12 Thara(Shihori) APMC | ₹7,025 |
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.
The ₹1,175 (16.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Castor Seed prices at Botad APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹6,775, with the average around ₹6,432. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹6,750 | ₹6,605 | ₹6,685 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,575 | ₹6,525 | ₹6,550 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,775 | ₹6,620 | ₹6,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,525 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,275 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,520 | ₹6,520 | ₹6,520 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,675 | ₹6,275 | ₹6,525 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,630 | ₹6,630 | ₹6,630 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,450 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,350 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,625 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,490 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,655 | ₹5,875 | ₹6,315 |
| 11 Jul | ₹6,755 | ₹6,705 | ₹6,725 |
| 10 Jul | ₹6,705 | ₹6,275 | ₹6,540 |
| 08 Jul | ₹6,350 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,975 |
| 07 Jul | ₹6,705 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,905 |
| 06 Jul | ₹6,625 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,575 |
| 30 Jun | ₹6,630 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,555 |
| 29 Jun | ₹6,515 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,460 |
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
When picking where to sell Castor Seed, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Botad APMC posted this Castor Seed rate on 08 Aug 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.