As fresh arrivals settled on 17 Aug 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹6,988 per quintal in Thara APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Castor Seed Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,115
- Lowest Price Today₹6,860
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,988
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Castor seed)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Castor Seed rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 0.5% above the period average and just 3.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Castor Seed rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalol APMC Leader | ₹9,367 |
| 2 Vijapur APMC | ₹7,090 |
| 3 Unava APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 4 Mehsana APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 5 Mansa APMC | ₹7,070 |
| 6 Vijapur(Kukarvada) APMC | ₹7,065 |
| 7 Rajkot APMC | ₹7,055 |
| 8 Radhanpur APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 9 Himatnagar APMC | ₹7,045 |
| 10 Vijapur(Gojjariya) APMC | ₹7,025 |
| 11 Bhabhar APMC | ₹7,010 |
| 12 Palanpur APMC | ₹7,008 |
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.
The ₹2,359 (33.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Thara APMC ranged between ₹6,375 and ₹7,200, with the average around ₹6,955. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹7,115 | ₹6,860 | ₹6,988 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,105 | ₹6,850 | ₹6,978 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,090 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,945 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹6,875 | ₹6,988 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,095 | ₹6,865 | ₹6,980 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,090 | ₹6,875 | ₹6,983 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,095 | ₹6,890 | ₹6,993 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,095 | ₹6,880 | ₹6,988 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,125 | ₹6,925 | ₹7,025 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,095 | ₹6,855 | ₹6,975 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹6,875 | ₹6,988 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,075 | ₹6,845 | ₹6,960 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹6,890 | ₹6,995 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,075 | ₹6,680 | ₹6,878 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,091 | ₹6,840 | ₹6,966 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,040 | ₹7,040 | ₹7,040 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,105 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,003 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,099 | ₹6,855 | ₹6,977 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,150 | ₹6,950 | ₹7,050 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,165 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,033 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Castor Seed traded at this rate in Thara APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.