Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Aug 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹5,550 per quintal in Visavadar APMC. See where this sits in the day's Castor Seed range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Visavadar APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,850
- Lowest Price Today₹5,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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 5.0% below the period average, sitting just 19.0% 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
Here's how Castor Seed rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Visavadar APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹6,855, with the average around ₹5,844. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹5,850 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,550 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,505 | ₹6,255 | ₹6,380 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,355 | ₹5,775 | ₹6,065 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,705 | ₹6,075 | ₹6,390 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,505 | ₹5,625 | ₹6,065 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,455 | ₹5,575 | ₹6,015 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,130 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,815 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,255 | ₹5,505 | ₹5,880 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹5,750 | ₹6,075 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,855 | ₹5,625 | ₹6,240 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,605 | ₹5,605 | ₹6,105 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,555 | ₹5,505 | ₹6,030 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,480 | ₹5,850 | ₹6,165 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,555 | ₹5,925 | ₹6,240 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,430 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,815 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,555 | ₹5,255 | ₹5,905 |
| 11 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,375 |
| 08 Jul | ₹6,505 | ₹5,225 | ₹5,865 |
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
Selling Castor Seed well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Castor Seed stood at Visavadar APMC on 18 Aug 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.