In the day's wholesale-price digest for 20 Aug 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹5,790 per quintal in Visavadar APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Castor Seed markets.
01What's Behind Today's Castor Seed Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,030
- Lowest Price Today₹5,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,790
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Castor seed)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Castor Seed rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Castor Seed is about 0.9% below the period average, sitting just 15.5% short of 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 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Visavadar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mehsana APMC Leader | ₹7,100 |
| 2 Vijapur APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 3 Unava APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 4 Mansa APMC | ₹7,080 |
| 5 Himatnagar APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 6 Deesa APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 7 Kalol APMC | ₹7,065 |
| 8 Diyodar APMC | ₹7,057 |
| 9 Idar APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 10 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 11 Palanpur APMC | ₹7,038 |
| 12 Tharad APMC | ₹7,037 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Castor Seed.
A spread of ₹63 (0.9%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Visavadar APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹6,855, with the average around ₹5,843. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹6,030 | ₹5,550 | ₹5,790 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,850 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,550 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,505 | ₹6,255 | ₹6,380 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,355 | ₹5,775 | ₹6,065 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,705 | ₹6,075 | ₹6,390 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,505 | ₹5,625 | ₹6,065 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,455 | ₹5,575 | ₹6,015 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,130 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,815 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,255 | ₹5,505 | ₹5,880 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹5,750 | ₹6,075 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,855 | ₹5,625 | ₹6,240 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,605 | ₹5,605 | ₹6,105 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,555 | ₹5,505 | ₹6,030 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,480 | ₹5,850 | ₹6,165 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,555 | ₹5,925 | ₹6,240 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,430 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,815 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,555 | ₹5,255 | ₹5,905 |
| 11 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,375 |
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
Farmers comparing Castor Seed rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Castor Seed stood at Visavadar APMC on 20 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.