Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Aug 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹7,070 per quintal in Mansa APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Castor Seed yards.
01What Put Mansa APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,095
- Lowest Price Today₹6,960
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,070
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Castor seed)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 0.6% above the period average, sitting just 1.7% 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
Here's how Castor Seed rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalol APMC Leader | ₹9,367 |
| 2 Vijapur APMC | ₹7,090 |
| 3 Unava APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 4 Mansa APMC | ₹7,070 |
| 5 Vijapur(Kukarvada) APMC | ₹7,065 |
| 6 Rajkot APMC | ₹7,055 |
| 7 Himatnagar APMC | ₹7,045 |
| 8 Vijapur(Gojjariya) APMC | ₹7,025 |
| 9 Palanpur APMC | ₹7,008 |
| 10 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Visnagar APMC | ₹6,992 |
| 12 Siddhpur APMC | ₹6,990 |
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 ₹2,377 (34.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Mansa APMC ranged between ₹6,355 and ₹7,195, with the average around ₹7,026. 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 | ₹7,095 | ₹6,960 | ₹7,070 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,080 | ₹6,950 | ₹7,045 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,085 | ₹7,015 | ₹7,050 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,095 | ₹6,950 | ₹7,070 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,080 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,065 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,090 | ₹6,850 | ₹7,065 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,105 | ₹6,915 | ₹7,060 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,120 | ₹6,925 | ₹7,085 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,130 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,090 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,120 | ₹6,975 | ₹7,090 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹6,750 | ₹7,075 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹6,880 | ₹7,050 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,060 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,055 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,080 | ₹6,965 | ₹7,055 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,080 | ₹6,850 | ₹7,045 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,020 | ₹6,875 | ₹6,990 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,055 | ₹7,040 | ₹7,055 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,085 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,105 | ₹6,925 | ₹7,075 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,070 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Castor Seed today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Castor Seed rate at Mansa APMC on 17 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.