Here's the 25 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Viramgam APMC stood at the front of the pack for Castor Seed, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,100 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What's Behind Today's Castor Seed Price
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,140
- Lowest Price Today₹7,060
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,100
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Castor seed)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Castor Seed rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Castor Seed is about 2.9% above the period average, sitting just 0.6% 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 25 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Viramgam APMC Leader | ₹7,100 |
| 2 Dhoraji APMC | ₹6,955 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹6,825 |
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 ₹275 (4.0%), 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 Viramgam APMC ranged between ₹6,530 and ₹7,140, with the average around ₹6,898. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹7,140 | ₹7,060 | ₹7,100 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,055 | ₹6,950 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,050 | ₹7,025 | ₹7,035 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,030 | ₹6,960 | ₹6,995 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,995 | ₹6,570 | ₹6,780 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,970 | ₹6,880 | ₹6,925 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,925 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,910 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,910 | ₹6,885 | ₹6,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,905 | ₹6,885 | ₹6,895 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,880 | ₹6,820 | ₹6,850 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,960 | ₹6,940 | ₹6,950 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,980 | ₹6,690 | ₹6,835 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,970 | ₹6,930 | ₹6,950 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,945 | ₹6,925 | ₹6,935 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,065 | ₹7,030 | ₹7,050 |
| 14 Jul | ₹7,010 | ₹6,845 | ₹6,930 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,950 | ₹6,930 | ₹6,940 |
| 11 Jul | ₹6,945 | ₹6,915 | ₹6,930 |
| 10 Jul | ₹6,955 | ₹6,920 | ₹6,940 |
| 06 Jul | ₹6,860 | ₹6,840 | ₹6,850 |
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
Before carting Castor Seed to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Viramgam APMC led Castor Seed on 25 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.