Looking at how the yards traded on 22 Aug 2026, Unava APMC stood at the front of the pack for Castor Seed, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,150 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Castor Seed, making it the day's standout.
01What Put Unava APMC on Top Today
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,175
- Lowest Price Today₹7,085
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,150
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Castor Seed is about 1.4% above the period average — just 0.5% 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
The table below lines up Castor Seed rates across the markets that reported on 22 Aug 2026, so you can see where Unava APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Unava APMC Leader | ₹7,150 |
| 2 Kadi APMC | ₹7,130 |
| 3 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,115 |
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 ₹35 (0.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Castor Seed fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹7,048. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹7,175 | ₹7,085 | ₹7,150 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,130 | ₹7,085 | ₹7,115 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,110 | ₹7,060 | ₹7,100 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,110 | ₹7,025 | ₹7,085 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹7,060 | ₹7,080 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,110 | ₹7,010 | ₹7,075 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,090 | ₹7,065 | ₹7,080 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Castor Seed well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
In short, Castor Seed found its strongest bid at Unava APMC on 22 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.