In the mandi rate roundup for 06 Aug 2026, Unava APMC stood at the front of the pack for Castor Seed, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,135 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What Put Unava APMC on Top Today
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,150
- Lowest Price Today₹6,950
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,135
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Other)
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 0.7% below the period average and just 7.1% 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
Here's how Castor Seed rates stacked up across reporting markets on 06 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Unava APMC Leader | ₹7,135 |
| 2 Diyodar APMC | ₹7,097 |
| 3 Mansa APMC | ₹7,090 |
| 4 Mehsana APMC | ₹7,080 |
| 5 Kalol APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 6 Deesa APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 7 Chansama APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 8 Radhanpur APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 9 Lakhani APMC | ₹7,065 |
| 10 Gondal APMC | ₹7,055 |
| 11 Kadi APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 12 Himatnagar APMC | ₹7,050 |
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.
That ₹85 (1.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Castor Seed fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Unava APMC ranged between ₹6,450 and ₹7,680, with the average around ₹7,185. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sep | ₹7,665 | ₹7,625 | ₹7,655 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,680 | ₹7,655 | ₹7,675 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,670 | ₹7,635 | ₹7,655 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,650 | ₹7,550 | ₹7,625 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,625 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,610 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,625 | ₹7,580 | ₹7,605 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,595 | ₹7,580 | ₹7,595 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,585 | ₹7,520 | ₹7,575 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,525 | ₹7,425 | ₹7,515 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,560 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,550 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,600 | ₹7,525 | ₹7,590 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,525 | ₹7,475 | ₹7,505 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,540 | ₹7,475 | ₹7,525 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,525 | ₹7,455 | ₹7,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,570 | ₹7,525 | ₹7,550 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,605 | ₹7,525 | ₹7,590 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,440 | ₹7,285 | ₹7,425 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,375 | ₹7,335 | ₹7,355 |
| 01 Sep | ₹7,380 | ₹7,320 | ₹7,355 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,340 | ₹7,255 | ₹7,325 |
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
For Castor Seed, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 06 Aug 2026, Unava APMC set the pace for Castor Seed. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.