As the 20 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹6,960 per quintal in Anjar APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Castor Seed Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,987
- Lowest Price Today₹6,902
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,960
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Castor seed)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 1.5% above the period average and just 1.2% 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 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mehsana APMC Leader | ₹7,100 |
| 2 Vijapur APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 3 Radhanpur APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 4 Unava APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 5 Mansa APMC | ₹7,080 |
| 6 Himatnagar APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 7 Deesa APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 8 Kalol APMC | ₹7,065 |
| 9 Bhabhar APMC | ₹7,060 |
| 10 Diyodar APMC | ₹7,057 |
| 11 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 12 Idar APMC | ₹7,050 |
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 ₹50 (0.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Anjar APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹7,045, with the average around ₹6,855. 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 Aug | ₹6,997 | ₹6,997 | ₹6,997 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,987 | ₹6,902 | ₹6,960 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,802 | ₹6,627 | ₹6,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,868 | ₹6,837 | ₹6,850 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,040 | ₹6,747 | ₹6,950 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,917 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,917 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,922 | ₹6,915 | ₹6,922 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,872 | ₹6,950 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,962 | ₹6,922 | ₹6,955 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,040 | ₹7,032 | ₹7,040 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,030 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,045 | ₹7,045 | ₹7,045 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,927 | ₹6,727 | ₹6,880 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,920 | ₹6,887 | ₹6,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,917 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,880 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,882 | ₹6,882 | ₹6,882 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,912 | ₹6,912 | ₹6,912 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,982 | ₹6,867 | ₹6,950 |
| 13 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,750 | ₹6,900 |
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
For Castor Seed, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Anjar APMC posted this Castor Seed rate on 20 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.