Here's the 20 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Castor Seed was quoted at ₹6,990 per quintal in Thara APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Castor Seed Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,105
- Lowest Price Today₹6,875
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,990
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Castor seed)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 0.4% above the period average, sitting just 2.9% 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 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mehsana APMC Leader | ₹7,100 |
| 2 Vijapur APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 3 Radhanpur APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 4 Unava APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 5 Mansa APMC | ₹7,080 |
| 6 Himatnagar APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 7 Deesa APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 8 Kalol APMC | ₹7,065 |
| 9 Bhabhar APMC | ₹7,060 |
| 10 Diyodar APMC | ₹7,057 |
| 11 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 12 Idar APMC | ₹7,050 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Castor Seed.
The ₹50 (0.7%) 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 ₹6,960. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹7,146 | ₹6,950 | ₹7,048 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,105 | ₹6,875 | ₹6,990 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,115 | ₹6,910 | ₹7,013 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,125 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,013 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Castor Seed yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Castor Seed stood at Thara APMC on 20 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.