As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Aug 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹5,225 per quintal in Sinner APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Castor Seed yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Castor Seed Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,225
- Lowest Price Today₹5,225
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,225
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.2% above the period average and right at 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 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajkot APMC Leader | ₹7,100 |
| 2 Vijapur APMC | ₹7,090 |
| 3 Mehsana APMC | ₹7,085 |
| 4 Unava APMC | ₹7,080 |
| 5 Mansa APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 6 Diyodar APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 7 Himatnagar APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 8 Deesa APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 9 Kalol APMC | ₹7,025 |
| 10 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,025 |
| 11 Dhanera APMC | ₹7,025 |
| 12 Bhabhar APMC | ₹7,020 |
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 ₹80 (1.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 2 days, Castor Seed prices at Sinner APMC ranged between ₹5,200 and ₹5,225, with the average around ₹5,213. 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 | ₹5,225 | ₹5,225 | ₹5,225 |
| 06 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Castor Seed today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Castor Seed traded at this rate in Sinner 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.