As the 22 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Kalol APMC stood at the front of the pack for Castor Seed, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,500 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Castor Seed Rate
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,620
- Lowest Price Today₹8,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-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 17.0% above the period average and just 9.9% 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
Here's how Castor Seed rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalol APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹8,490 |
| 3 Viramgam APMC | ₹8,380 |
| 4 Rajkot APMC | ₹7,725 |
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.
A spread of ₹775 (10.0%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Castor Seed prices at Kalol APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹9,433, with the average around ₹7,266. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹8,620 | ₹8,450 | ₹8,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹8,625 | ₹8,550 | ₹8,585 |
| 19 Oct | ₹8,625 | ₹7,965 | ₹8,300 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,475 | ₹8,305 | ₹8,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,310 | ₹8,180 | ₹8,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,225 | ₹7,950 | ₹8,100 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,125 | ₹7,940 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,075 | ₹8,075 | ₹8,075 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,880 | ₹7,905 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,620 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,575 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,655 | ₹7,540 | ₹7,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,625 | ₹7,375 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,625 | ₹7,465 | ₹7,550 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,615 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,550 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,575 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,555 | ₹7,355 | ₹7,450 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,535 | ₹7,350 | ₹7,450 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,585 | ₹7,440 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,435 | ₹7,450 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,455 | ₹7,330 | ₹7,400 |
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
Farmers comparing Castor Seed rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 22 Oct 2026, Kalol APMC set the pace for Castor Seed. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.