From today's trading desk on 17 Oct 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹8,452 per quintal in Visnagar APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Castor Seed Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,650
- Lowest Price Today₹8,255
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,452
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 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.
Right now Castor Seed is about 17.9% above the period average — just 2.3% 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
The table below lines up Castor Seed rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Visnagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Unava APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 Siddhpur APMC | ₹8,527 |
| 3 Lakhani APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Visnagar APMC | ₹8,452 |
| 5 Kalol APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 6 Kadi APMC | ₹8,350 |
| 7 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹8,240 |
| 8 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹8,212 |
| 9 Himatnagar APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 10 Dehgam(Rekhiyal) APMC | ₹8,087 |
| 11 Jamnagar APMC | ₹7,905 |
| 12 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹7,875 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Castor Seed.
At ₹725 (9.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Castor Seed matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Visnagar APMC ranged between ₹6,605 and ₹8,650, with the average around ₹7,171. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹8,650 | ₹8,255 | ₹8,452 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,350 | ₹7,955 | ₹8,152 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,305 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,102 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,305 | ₹8,055 | ₹8,180 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,072 | ₹7,805 | ₹7,938 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,755 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,577 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,755 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,577 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,675 | ₹7,475 | ₹7,575 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,655 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,527 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,660 | ₹7,425 | ₹7,542 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,655 | ₹7,305 | ₹7,480 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,555 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,402 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,605 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,452 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,555 | ₹7,255 | ₹7,405 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,555 | ₹7,270 | ₹7,412 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,555 | ₹7,255 | ₹7,405 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,555 | ₹7,275 | ₹7,415 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,370 | ₹7,205 | ₹7,287 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,305 | ₹7,080 | ₹7,192 |
| 01 Sep | ₹7,282 | ₹7,075 | ₹7,178 |
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
Before carting Castor Seed to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
In short, Castor Seed changed hands at this rate in Visnagar APMC on 17 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.