In today's crop-price rundown for 30 Oct 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹8,230 per quintal in Lakhani APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
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₹8,230
- Lowest Price Today₹8,230
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,230
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Oct 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Castor Seed rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Castor Seed about 11.7% above the period average, and just 5.9% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Castor Seed rates across active mandis for 30 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sami APMC Leader | ₹8,700 |
| 2 Thara(Shihori) APMC | ₹8,525 |
| 3 Dhanera APMC | ₹8,350 |
| 4 Patan APMC | ₹8,350 |
| 5 Unava APMC | ₹8,330 |
| 6 Radhanpur APMC | ₹8,325 |
| 7 Tharad APMC | ₹8,325 |
| 8 Anjar APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 9 Himatnagar APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 10 Mehsana APMC | ₹8,290 |
| 11 Kadi APMC | ₹8,290 |
| 12 Kalol APMC | ₹8,275 |
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 ₹425 (5.1%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Lakhani APMC ranged between ₹6,607 and ₹8,745, with the average around ₹7,365. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Oct | ₹8,230 | ₹8,230 | ₹8,230 |
| 29 Oct | ₹8,277 | ₹8,277 | ₹8,277 |
| 28 Oct | ₹8,555 | ₹8,555 | ₹8,555 |
| 27 Oct | ₹8,475 | ₹8,475 | ₹8,475 |
| 24 Oct | ₹8,677 | ₹8,677 | ₹8,677 |
| 23 Oct | ₹8,745 | ₹8,745 | ₹8,745 |
| 21 Oct | ₹8,632 | ₹8,632 | ₹8,632 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Castor Seed, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Castor Seed was priced at this level in Lakhani APMC on 30 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.