Turning to the 17 Oct 2026 APMC board, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹8,263 per quintal in Thara(Shihori) 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
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,525
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,263
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Caster)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 16.4% above the period average and just 3.1% 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
The table below lines up Castor Seed rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Thara(Shihori) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Unava APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 Bhabhar APMC | ₹8,585 |
| 3 Siddhpur APMC | ₹8,527 |
| 4 Mehsana APMC | ₹8,525 |
| 5 Lakhani APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Mansa APMC | ₹8,475 |
| 7 Visnagar APMC | ₹8,452 |
| 8 Deesa APMC | ₹8,450 |
| 9 Thara APMC | ₹8,446 |
| 10 Amirgadh APMC | ₹8,425 |
| 11 Kalol APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 12 Palanpur APMC | ₹8,390 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Castor Seed.
A spread of ₹210 (2.5%) 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 Thara(Shihori) APMC ranged between ₹6,350 and ₹8,525, with the average around ₹7,097. 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 Oct | ₹8,525 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,263 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,350 | ₹8,250 | ₹8,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,100 | ₹8,005 | ₹8,053 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,025 | ₹7,975 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,620 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,560 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,625 | ₹7,330 | ₹7,478 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,575 | ₹7,550 | ₹7,563 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,605 | ₹7,555 | ₹7,580 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,550 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,525 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,575 | ₹7,515 | ₹7,545 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,485 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,443 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,550 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,425 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,180 | ₹7,340 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,425 | ₹7,190 | ₹7,308 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,325 |
| 27 Aug | ₹7,150 | ₹7,105 | ₹7,128 |
| 26 Aug | ₹7,150 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,125 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,175 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,138 |
| 24 Aug | ₹7,150 | ₹7,105 | ₹7,128 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,150 | ₹7,050 | ₹7,100 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Thara(Shihori) APMC posted this Castor Seed rate on 17 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.