Looking at how the yards traded on 13 Aug 2026, Unava APMC stood at the front of the pack for Castor Seed, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,075 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What Put Unava APMC on Top Today
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,100
- Lowest Price Today₹7,050
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,075
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Castor Seed rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Castor Seed is about 0.5% above the period average — just 1.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Castor Seed rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Unava APMC Leader | ₹7,075 |
| 2 Lakhani APMC | ₹7,065 |
| 3 Mehsana APMC | ₹7,060 |
| 4 Rajkot APMC | ₹7,055 |
| 5 Deesa APMC | ₹7,035 |
| 6 Thara(Shihori) APMC | ₹7,028 |
| 7 Palanpur APMC | ₹7,018 |
| 8 Kalol APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Visnagar APMC | ₹6,997 |
| 11 Siddhpur APMC | ₹6,977 |
| 12 Diyodar APMC | ₹6,977 |
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 ₹98 (1.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Unava APMC ranged between ₹6,450 and ₹7,185, with the average around ₹7,041. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹7,050 | ₹7,075 |
| 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 |
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
In short, Castor Seed found its strongest bid at Unava APMC on 13 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.