In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Aug 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹7,075 per quintal in Mansa APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Castor Seed today.
01What Put Mansa APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,105
- Lowest Price Today₹6,975
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,075
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Castor seed)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 0.7% above the period average and just 1.7% 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
This table ranks Castor Seed rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Unava APMC Leader | ₹7,080 |
| 2 Mansa APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 3 Himatnagar APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 4 Kalol APMC | ₹7,025 |
| 5 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,025 |
| 6 Visnagar APMC | ₹6,990 |
| 7 Kadi APMC | ₹6,980 |
| 8 Sami APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 9 Viramgam APMC | ₹6,925 |
| 10 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹6,910 |
| 11 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 12 Upleta APMC | ₹6,700 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹380 (5.7%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Mansa APMC ranged between ₹6,355 and ₹7,195, with the average around ₹7,027. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹7,105 | ₹6,975 | ₹7,075 |
| 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 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Mansa APMC posted this Castor Seed rate on 18 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.