In the mandi rate roundup for 19 Aug 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹7,045 per quintal in Kadi APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Castor Seed Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Castor Seed arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,085
- Lowest Price Today₹6,950
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,045
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Caster)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Castor Seed rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 3.7% below the period average and just 18.8% 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 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vijapur APMC Leader | ₹7,100 |
| 2 Unava APMC | ₹7,085 |
| 3 Deesa APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 4 Mehsana APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 5 Mansa APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 6 Rajkot APMC | ₹7,070 |
| 7 Himatnagar APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 8 Vijapur(Kukarvada) APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 9 Kadi APMC | ₹7,045 |
| 10 Vijapur(Gojjariya) APMC | ₹7,035 |
| 11 Tharad APMC | ₹7,030 |
| 12 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,025 |
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.
At ₹75 (1.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Castor Seed matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Castor Seed prices at Kadi APMC ranged between ₹3,925 and ₹8,675, with the average around ₹7,312. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Nov | ₹8,090 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,040 |
| 04 Nov | ₹7,955 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,900 |
| 03 Nov | ₹7,900 | ₹7,775 | ₹7,825 |
| 02 Nov | ₹8,105 | ₹7,755 | ₹8,025 |
| 30 Oct | ₹8,335 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,290 |
| 29 Oct | ₹8,445 | ₹8,275 | ₹8,400 |
| 28 Oct | ₹8,420 | ₹8,325 | ₹8,375 |
| 27 Oct | ₹8,435 | ₹8,290 | ₹8,400 |
| 26 Oct | ₹8,640 | ₹8,425 | ₹8,590 |
| 24 Oct | ₹8,600 | ₹8,475 | ₹8,525 |
| 23 Oct | ₹8,675 | ₹8,525 | ₹8,600 |
| 22 Oct | ₹8,645 | ₹8,450 | ₹8,515 |
| 19 Oct | ₹8,625 | ₹8,450 | ₹8,550 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,450 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,350 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,255 | ₹8,065 | ₹8,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,130 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,050 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,045 | ₹8,100 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,605 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,550 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,630 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,575 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,620 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,550 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Castor Seed today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 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.