From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹6,980 per quintal in Kadi APMC. This is one of several Castor Seed rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Kadi APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,010
- Lowest Price Today₹6,925
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,980
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Caster)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 0.9% above the period average, sitting just 2.5% 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 Rajkot APMC Leader | ₹7,100 |
| 2 Vijapur APMC | ₹7,090 |
| 3 Mehsana APMC | ₹7,085 |
| 4 Unava APMC | ₹7,080 |
| 5 Mansa APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 6 Diyodar APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 7 Himatnagar APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 8 Deesa APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 9 Kalol APMC | ₹7,025 |
| 10 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,025 |
| 11 Dhanera APMC | ₹7,025 |
| 12 Bhabhar APMC | ₹7,020 |
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 ₹80 (1.1%) 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 Kadi APMC ranged between ₹3,925 and ₹7,160, with the average around ₹6,916. 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 | ₹7,010 | ₹6,925 | ₹6,980 |
| 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 |
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
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 Kadi 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.