From today's trading desk on 14 Oct 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹8,097 per quintal in Lakhani APMC. See where this sits in the day's Castor Seed range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Castor Seed Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,097
- Lowest Price Today₹8,097
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,097
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Castor Seed is about 13.2% above the period average, sitting just 0.2% 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
This table ranks Castor Seed rates across active mandis for 14 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mansa APMC Leader | ₹8,160 |
| 2 Visnagar APMC | ₹8,102 |
| 3 Lakhani APMC | ₹8,097 |
| 4 Kadi APMC | ₹8,050 |
| 5 Kalol APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹7,940 |
| 7 Nagarkurnool APMC | ₹7,690 |
| 8 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹7,631 |
| 9 Gadwal APMC | ₹7,529 |
| 10 Kurnool APMC | ₹7,489 |
| 11 Yemmiganur APMC | ₹7,450 |
| 12 Rajkot APMC | ₹7,250 |
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.
That ₹910 (12.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Castor Seed fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Lakhani APMC ranged between ₹6,607 and ₹8,117, with the average around ₹7,155. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹8,097 | ₹8,097 | ₹8,097 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,117 | ₹8,117 | ₹8,117 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,587 | ₹7,587 | ₹7,587 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,615 | ₹7,615 | ₹7,615 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,582 | ₹7,582 | ₹7,582 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,562 | ₹7,562 | ₹7,562 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,522 | ₹7,522 | ₹7,522 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,507 | ₹7,507 | ₹7,507 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,350 | ₹7,350 | ₹7,350 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,467 | ₹7,467 | ₹7,467 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,470 | ₹7,470 | ₹7,470 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,450 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,450 |
| 26 Aug | ₹7,207 | ₹7,207 | ₹7,207 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,072 | ₹7,072 | ₹7,072 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,065 | ₹7,065 | ₹7,065 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,937 | ₹6,937 | ₹6,937 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,107 | ₹7,107 | ₹7,107 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,075 | ₹7,075 | ₹7,075 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,090 | ₹7,090 | ₹7,090 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,065 | ₹7,065 | ₹7,065 |
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
The headline Castor Seed rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Castor Seed rate at Lakhani APMC on 14 Oct 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.