Here's the 20 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Castor Seed was quoted at ₹6,460 per quintal in Dahod APMC. See where this sits in the day's Castor Seed range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Dahod APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,460
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Castor seed)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 0.7% below the period average, sitting just 24.0% 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 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mehsana APMC Leader | ₹7,100 |
| 2 Vijapur APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 3 Unava APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 4 Mansa APMC | ₹7,080 |
| 5 Himatnagar APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 6 Deesa APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 7 Kalol APMC | ₹7,065 |
| 8 Diyodar APMC | ₹7,057 |
| 9 Idar APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 10 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 11 Palanpur APMC | ₹7,038 |
| 12 Tharad APMC | ₹7,037 |
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 ₹63 (0.9%) 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 ₹6,507. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,450 | ₹6,460 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,450 | ₹6,475 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,450 | ₹6,460 |
| 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 |
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
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 Dahod APMC on 20 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.