In the day's wholesale-price digest for 05 Aug 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Tharad APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Castor Seed Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,100
- Lowest Price Today₹6,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Castor Seed is about 0.5% above the period average, sitting just 2.3% 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
This table ranks Castor Seed rates across active mandis for 05 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vijapur APMC Leader | ₹7,100 |
| 2 Mansa APMC | ₹7,090 |
| 3 Unava APMC | ₹7,085 |
| 4 Mehsana APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 5 Radhanpur APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 6 Deesa APMC | ₹7,055 |
| 7 Dhanera APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 8 Vijapur(Kukarvada) APMC | ₹7,045 |
| 9 Bhabhar APMC | ₹7,040 |
| 10 Talod APMC | ₹7,008 |
| 11 Vijapur(Gojjariya) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Kalol APMC | ₹7,000 |
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.
The ₹100 (1.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Castor Seed prices at Tharad APMC ranged between ₹6,600 and ₹7,165, with the average around ₹6,964. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,950 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,075 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,025 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,015 | ₹6,875 | ₹6,945 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,065 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,950 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,150 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,025 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,165 | ₹6,925 | ₹7,045 |
| 11 Jul | ₹7,120 | ₹6,850 | ₹6,985 |
| 10 Jul | ₹7,090 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,950 |
| 07 Jul | ₹7,035 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,925 |
| 04 Jul | ₹7,040 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,925 |
| 02 Jul | ₹7,030 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,915 |
| 27 Jun | ₹7,075 | ₹6,825 | ₹6,950 |
| 24 Jun | ₹7,125 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,970 |
| 18 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
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 day's best Castor Seed rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Castor Seed rate at Tharad APMC on 05 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.