In today's crop-price rundown for 31 Aug 2026, Kadi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Castor Seed, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,350 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Castor Seed.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Castor Seed Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,390
- Lowest Price Today₹7,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Caster)
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.
This puts Castor Seed about 5.6% above the period average, and just 0.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Castor Seed rates across the markets that reported on 31 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 Kadi APMC Leader | ₹7,350 |
| 2 Unava APMC | ₹7,325 |
| 3 Deesa APMC | ₹7,325 |
| 4 Thara APMC | ₹7,310 |
| 5 Mehsana APMC | ₹7,305 |
| 6 Dhanera APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 7 Kalol APMC | ₹7,275 |
| 8 Mansa APMC | ₹7,275 |
| 9 Harij APMC | ₹7,235 |
| 10 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Visnagar APMC | ₹7,190 |
| 12 Viramgam APMC | ₹7,190 |
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 ₹160 (2.2%) 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 ₹7,390, with the average around ₹6,961. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹7,390 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,350 |
| 29 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹7,175 | ₹7,250 |
| 27 Aug | ₹7,250 | ₹7,150 | ₹7,190 |
| 26 Aug | ₹7,280 | ₹7,150 | ₹7,225 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,280 | ₹7,110 | ₹7,200 |
| 24 Aug | ₹7,155 | ₹7,025 | ₹7,125 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,180 | ₹6,950 | ₹7,130 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹6,960 | ₹7,050 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,050 | ₹6,975 | ₹7,015 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,085 | ₹6,950 | ₹7,045 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Castor Seed, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
The takeaway: Kadi APMC was the market to beat for Castor Seed on 31 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.