In the day's wholesale-price digest for 31 Aug 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹7,235 per quintal in Harij 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
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,365
- Lowest Price Today₹7,105
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,235
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Castor Seed is about 3.7% above the period average, sitting just 1.8% 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
Here's how Castor Seed rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bhabhar APMC Leader | ₹7,390 |
| 2 Kadi APMC | ₹7,350 |
| 3 Unava APMC | ₹7,325 |
| 4 Deesa APMC | ₹7,325 |
| 5 Thara APMC | ₹7,310 |
| 6 Mehsana APMC | ₹7,305 |
| 7 Dhanera APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 8 Tharad APMC | ₹7,287 |
| 9 Kalol APMC | ₹7,275 |
| 10 Mansa APMC | ₹7,275 |
| 11 Talod APMC | ₹7,270 |
| 12 Palanpur APMC | ₹7,258 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹133 (1.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Harij APMC ranged between ₹6,550 and ₹7,365, with the average around ₹6,974. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹7,365 | ₹7,105 | ₹7,235 |
| 29 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹7,050 | ₹7,150 |
| 27 Aug | ₹7,265 | ₹7,025 | ₹7,145 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,256 | ₹7,050 | ₹7,140 |
| 24 Aug | ₹7,135 | ₹6,875 | ₹7,005 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,220 | ₹6,950 | ₹7,090 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,125 | ₹6,930 | ₹7,040 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,160 | ₹6,875 | ₹7,020 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,095 | ₹6,850 | ₹6,970 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹6,825 | ₹6,960 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,060 | ₹6,850 | ₹6,955 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,135 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,015 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,080 | ₹6,875 | ₹6,975 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,105 | ₹6,850 | ₹6,975 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,090 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,995 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,065 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,980 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,045 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,920 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,930 | ₹6,675 | ₹6,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,050 | ₹6,850 | ₹6,950 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,055 | ₹6,850 | ₹6,950 |
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
The day's best Castor Seed rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Castor Seed stood at Harij APMC on 31 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.