Reading today's price tape for 26 Oct 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹8,370 per quintal in Jamnagar APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Castor Seed Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,370
- Lowest Price Today₹8,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,370
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Other)
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.
At this level, Castor Seed is about 23.7% above the period average, sitting just 0.4% 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 26 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Unava APMC Leader | ₹8,750 |
| 2 Mehsana APMC | ₹8,680 |
| 3 Vijapur APMC | ₹8,660 |
| 4 Kalol APMC | ₹8,625 |
| 5 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹8,605 |
| 6 Siddhpur APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 7 Kadi APMC | ₹8,590 |
| 8 Visnagar APMC | ₹8,547 |
| 9 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Vijapur(Kukarvada) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Anjar APMC | ₹8,425 |
| 12 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹8,390 |
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 ₹360 (4.3%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Jamnagar APMC ranged between ₹4,900 and ₹8,405, with the average around ₹6,767. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Oct | ₹8,370 | ₹8,250 | ₹8,370 |
| 23 Oct | ₹8,405 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,405 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,905 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,905 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,900 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,525 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,855 | ₹6,025 | ₹7,350 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,340 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,340 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,350 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,925 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,305 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,305 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,210 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,975 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,340 | ₹6,625 | ₹7,025 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,430 | ₹6,250 | ₹7,050 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,205 | ₹6,550 | ₹6,975 |
| 29 Aug | ₹7,105 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,875 |
| 26 Aug | ₹6,980 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,625 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,960 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,625 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,975 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,475 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,975 | ₹6,005 | ₹6,725 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,855 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,325 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,975 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,930 | ₹6,750 | ₹6,930 |
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 headline Castor Seed rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Castor Seed stood at Jamnagar APMC on 26 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.