With the 12 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Unava APMC stood at the front of the pack for Castor Seed, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,100 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What's Behind Today's Castor Seed Price
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,110
- Lowest Price Today₹7,065
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 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.
This puts Castor Seed about 0.9% above the period average, and just 1.2% 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
Here's how Castor Seed rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Unava APMC Leader | ₹7,100 |
| 2 Mansa APMC | ₹7,070 |
| 3 Kalol APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 4 Rajkot APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 5 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,025 |
| 6 Palanpur APMC | ₹7,008 |
| 7 Siddhpur APMC | ₹6,992 |
| 8 Diyodar APMC | ₹6,982 |
| 9 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 10 Lakhani APMC | ₹6,937 |
| 11 Jamnagar APMC | ₹6,930 |
| 12 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹6,915 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹185 (2.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Castor Seed matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Unava APMC ranged between ₹6,450 and ₹7,185, with the average around ₹7,040. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹7,110 | ₹7,065 | ₹7,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,105 | ₹7,050 | ₹7,090 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹7,040 | ₹7,080 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,120 | ₹7,005 | ₹7,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,120 | ₹7,050 | ₹7,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,150 | ₹6,950 | ₹7,135 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,105 | ₹6,905 | ₹7,085 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,090 | ₹7,005 | ₹7,075 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,125 | ₹6,755 | ₹7,090 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹7,045 | ₹7,070 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,085 | ₹6,855 | ₹7,070 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,065 | ₹7,020 | ₹7,035 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,050 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,030 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,070 | ₹7,005 | ₹7,050 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,105 | ₹7,035 | ₹7,080 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,115 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,090 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,085 | ₹6,955 | ₹7,060 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,130 | ₹6,755 | ₹7,105 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,150 | ₹7,075 | ₹7,120 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,130 | ₹6,905 | ₹7,110 |
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
Farmers comparing Castor Seed rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Unava APMC was the market to beat for Castor Seed on 12 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.