Based on what the markets reported on 19 Oct 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹8,575 per quintal in Mehsana APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Castor Seed Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,605
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,575
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Castor seed)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Castor Seed is about 18.5% above the period average — just 0.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Castor Seed rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
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.
At ₹240 (2.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Castor Seed matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Castor Seed prices at Mehsana APMC ranged between ₹6,050 and ₹8,605, with the average around ₹7,238. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹8,605 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,575 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,560 | ₹8,455 | ₹8,525 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,350 | ₹8,175 | ₹8,315 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,355 | ₹8,180 | ₹8,325 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,240 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,210 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,250 | ₹7,750 | ₹8,210 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,035 | ₹7,975 | ₹8,015 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,680 | ₹7,585 | ₹7,650 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,675 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,625 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,675 | ₹7,530 | ₹7,610 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,625 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,595 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,600 | ₹7,475 | ₹7,575 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,605 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,575 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,550 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,535 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,600 | ₹7,425 | ₹7,525 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,525 | ₹7,390 | ₹7,465 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,555 | ₹7,370 | ₹7,480 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,575 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,535 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,555 | ₹7,350 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,550 | ₹7,420 | ₹7,480 |
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
Going to the top Castor Seed market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
To wrap up, Mehsana APMC logged this Castor Seed rate on 19 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.