In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹6,950 per quintal in Kadi APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Castor Seed Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,070
- Lowest Price Today₹6,875
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Caster)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-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 0.5% above the period average and just 2.9% 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
The table below lines up Castor Seed rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kadi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Unava APMC Leader | ₹7,075 |
| 2 Mansa APMC | ₹7,070 |
| 3 Rajkot APMC | ₹7,055 |
| 4 Himatnagar APMC | ₹7,045 |
| 5 Palanpur APMC | ₹7,008 |
| 6 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Visnagar APMC | ₹6,992 |
| 8 Siddhpur APMC | ₹6,990 |
| 9 Sami APMC | ₹6,975 |
| 10 Kadi APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 11 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹6,920 |
| 12 Anjar APMC | ₹6,850 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Castor Seed.
A spread of ₹225 (3.3%) 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 Kadi APMC ranged between ₹3,925 and ₹7,160, with the average around ₹6,914. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹7,070 | ₹6,875 | ₹6,950 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,985 | ₹6,950 | ₹6,970 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,975 | ₹3,925 | ₹3,950 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,080 | ₹6,955 | ₹7,030 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,080 | ₹6,950 | ₹7,030 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,095 | ₹6,850 | ₹7,045 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,095 | ₹6,925 | ₹7,045 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,125 | ₹6,975 | ₹7,075 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,110 | ₹6,910 | ₹7,050 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,030 | ₹6,950 | ₹7,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,985 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,950 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,025 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,975 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,005 | ₹6,750 | ₹6,950 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,960 | ₹6,915 | ₹6,940 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,050 | ₹6,925 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,120 | ₹6,950 | ₹7,050 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,130 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,075 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,130 | ₹6,955 | ₹7,080 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,135 | ₹6,825 | ₹7,075 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,095 | ₹6,840 | ₹7,040 |
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 day's best Castor Seed rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Castor Seed traded at this rate in Kadi APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.