Turning to the 16 Sep 2026 APMC board, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹7,115 per quintal in Rajkot APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Castor Seed Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,250
- Lowest Price Today₹6,875
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,115
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Castor seed)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 2.8% above the period average and just 2.9% 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
This table ranks Castor Seed rates across active mandis for 16 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Unava APMC Leader | ₹7,515 |
| 2 Tharad APMC | ₹7,482 |
| 3 Bhabhar APMC | ₹7,480 |
| 4 Himatnagar APMC | ₹7,475 |
| 5 Vijapur APMC | ₹7,475 |
| 6 Mehsana APMC | ₹7,465 |
| 7 Kalol APMC | ₹7,450 |
| 8 Sami APMC | ₹7,450 |
| 9 Thara APMC | ₹7,450 |
| 10 Thara(Shihori) APMC | ₹7,443 |
| 11 Mansa APMC | ₹7,440 |
| 12 Vijapur(Kukarvada) APMC | ₹7,440 |
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.
At ₹75 (1.0%), 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 Rajkot APMC ranged between ₹5,800 and ₹7,325, with the average around ₹6,923. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹7,260 | ₹6,845 | ₹7,175 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,225 | ₹6,575 | ₹7,100 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,250 | ₹6,875 | ₹7,115 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,250 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,120 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,290 | ₹6,700 | ₹7,140 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,280 | ₹6,675 | ₹7,100 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,265 | ₹6,700 | ₹7,020 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,300 | ₹6,580 | ₹7,175 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,325 | ₹6,930 | ₹7,105 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,280 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,100 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,255 | ₹7,040 | ₹7,125 |
| 29 Aug | ₹7,285 | ₹6,555 | ₹7,100 |
| 27 Aug | ₹7,140 | ₹6,720 | ₹7,050 |
| 26 Aug | ₹7,155 | ₹6,750 | ₹7,050 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,150 | ₹6,950 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹7,125 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,025 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,195 | ₹6,850 | ₹7,125 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,180 | ₹6,750 | ₹7,050 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,180 | ₹6,830 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,185 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,070 |
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 headline Castor Seed rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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, Rajkot APMC posted this Castor Seed rate on 16 Sep 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.