Turning to the 18 Aug 2026 APMC board, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹6,700 per quintal in Dhragradhra APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Castor Seed today.
01What Put Dhragradhra APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,740
- Lowest Price Today₹6,655
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Castor seed)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.4% above the period average and just 2.5% 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 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Unava APMC Leader | ₹7,080 |
| 2 Mansa APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 3 Himatnagar APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 4 Kalol APMC | ₹7,025 |
| 5 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,025 |
| 6 Visnagar APMC | ₹6,990 |
| 7 Kadi APMC | ₹6,980 |
| 8 Sami APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 9 Viramgam APMC | ₹6,925 |
| 10 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹6,910 |
| 11 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 12 Upleta APMC | ₹6,700 |
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 ₹380 (5.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Dhragradhra APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹6,875, with the average around ₹6,676. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹6,740 | ₹6,655 | ₹6,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,760 | ₹6,465 | ₹6,540 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,865 | ₹6,455 | ₹6,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,260 | ₹6,260 | ₹6,260 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,555 | ₹6,555 | ₹6,555 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,850 | ₹6,850 | ₹6,850 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,755 | ₹6,755 | ₹6,755 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,760 | ₹6,255 | ₹6,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,845 | ₹6,730 | ₹6,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,825 | ₹6,720 | ₹6,750 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,770 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,875 | ₹6,860 | ₹6,870 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,780 | ₹6,755 | ₹6,775 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,780 | ₹6,545 | ₹6,725 |
| 11 Jul | ₹6,820 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Jul | ₹6,720 | ₹6,290 | ₹6,650 |
| 09 Jul | ₹6,725 | ₹6,725 | ₹6,725 |
| 08 Jul | ₹6,850 | ₹6,720 | ₹6,750 |
| 07 Jul | ₹6,775 | ₹6,775 | ₹6,775 |
| 06 Jul | ₹6,605 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Castor Seed yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Castor Seed traded at this rate in Dhragradhra APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.