In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹6,470 per quintal in Dahod APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Castor Seed Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,470
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Castor seed)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.6% below the period average and just 23.9% 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 Aug 2026, so you can see where Dahod APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Unava APMC Leader | ₹7,075 |
| 2 Mansa APMC | ₹7,070 |
| 3 Rajkot APMC | ₹7,055 |
| 4 Himatnagar APMC | ₹7,045 |
| 5 Palanpur APMC | ₹7,008 |
| 6 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Visnagar APMC | ₹6,992 |
| 8 Siddhpur APMC | ₹6,990 |
| 9 Sami APMC | ₹6,975 |
| 10 Kadi APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 11 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹6,920 |
| 12 Anjar APMC | ₹6,850 |
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 ₹225 (3.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Dahod APMC ranged between ₹6,100 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹6,510. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,450 | ₹6,470 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,450 | ₹6,475 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,440 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,450 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,460 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,480 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,475 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,470 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,450 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,450 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,450 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,450 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,450 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,440 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,450 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,550 | ₹6,450 | ₹6,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,450 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,450 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,450 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Dahod APMC posted this Castor Seed rate on 17 Aug 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.