Reading today's price tape for 31 Aug 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Dhragradhra APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Castor Seed Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Castor seed)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Castor Seed rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Castor Seed is about 2.5% below the period average, sitting just 5.9% 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 Kadi APMC Leader | ₹7,350 |
| 2 Unava APMC | ₹7,325 |
| 3 Deesa APMC | ₹7,325 |
| 4 Thara APMC | ₹7,310 |
| 5 Mehsana APMC | ₹7,305 |
| 6 Dhanera APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 7 Tharad APMC | ₹7,287 |
| 8 Kalol APMC | ₹7,275 |
| 9 Mansa APMC | ₹7,275 |
| 10 Talod APMC | ₹7,270 |
| 11 Palanpur APMC | ₹7,258 |
| 12 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,255 |
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.
The ₹95 (1.3%) 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 Dhragradhra APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹6,905, with the average around ₹6,668. 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 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,855 | ₹6,220 | ₹6,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,905 | ₹6,530 | ₹6,875 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,010 | ₹6,010 | ₹6,010 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,825 | ₹6,750 | ₹6,800 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Castor Seed, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Castor Seed rate at Dhragradhra APMC on 31 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.