In the latest market update for 19 Aug 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹6,962 per quintal in Diyodar APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Castor Seed yards.
01What's Behind Today's Castor Seed Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,050
- Lowest Price Today₹6,875
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,962
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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.
At this level, Castor Seed is about 0.3% below the period average, sitting just 3.3% 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 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Unava APMC Leader | ₹7,085 |
| 2 Deesa APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 3 Mansa APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 4 Rajkot APMC | ₹7,070 |
| 5 Himatnagar APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 6 Kadi APMC | ₹7,045 |
| 7 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,025 |
| 8 Siddhpur APMC | ₹7,005 |
| 9 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Visnagar APMC | ₹6,992 |
| 11 Palanpur APMC | ₹6,970 |
| 12 Diyodar APMC | ₹6,962 |
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.
At ₹123 (1.8%), 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Diyodar APMC ranged between ₹6,550 and ₹7,200, with the average around ₹6,985. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹7,050 | ₹6,875 | ₹6,962 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,075 | ₹7,025 | ₹7,050 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,075 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,037 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,055 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,977 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,090 | ₹6,875 | ₹6,982 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,075 | ₹6,955 | ₹7,015 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,075 | ₹6,850 | ₹6,962 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,125 | ₹7,015 | ₹7,070 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,105 | ₹7,005 | ₹7,055 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,120 | ₹7,075 | ₹7,097 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,085 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,992 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,050 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,025 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,030 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,965 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,080 | ₹6,875 | ₹6,977 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,025 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,912 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,070 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,035 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,115 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,057 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,090 | ₹6,950 | ₹7,020 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,105 | ₹6,925 | ₹7,015 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,160 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,050 |
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
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
All told, this is where Castor Seed stood at Diyodar APMC on 19 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.