Reading today's price tape for 17 Oct 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Lakhani APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Lakhani APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Castor Seed arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 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.
Right now Castor Seed is about 18.0% above the period average — right at the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Castor Seed rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Unava APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 Siddhpur APMC | ₹8,527 |
| 3 Lakhani APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Visnagar APMC | ₹8,452 |
| 5 Deesa APMC | ₹8,450 |
| 6 Kalol APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 7 Kadi APMC | ₹8,350 |
| 8 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹8,240 |
| 9 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹8,212 |
| 10 Himatnagar APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Dehgam(Rekhiyal) APMC | ₹8,087 |
| 12 Jamnagar APMC | ₹7,905 |
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.
A spread of ₹695 (8.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Lakhani APMC ranged between ₹6,607 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹7,204. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,237 | ₹8,237 | ₹8,237 |
| 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 |
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
For Castor Seed, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Lakhani APMC logged this Castor Seed rate on 17 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.