In today's crop-price rundown for 05 Aug 2026, Vijapur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Castor Seed, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,100 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Castor Seed.
01What's Behind Today's Castor Seed Price
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,150
- Lowest Price Today₹7,025
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 1.0% 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 05 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vijapur APMC Leader | ₹7,100 |
| 2 Mansa APMC | ₹7,090 |
| 3 Unava APMC | ₹7,085 |
| 4 Mehsana APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 5 Radhanpur APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 6 Deesa APMC | ₹7,055 |
| 7 Dhanera APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 8 Vijapur(Kukarvada) APMC | ₹7,045 |
| 9 Bhabhar APMC | ₹7,040 |
| 10 Talod APMC | ₹7,008 |
| 11 Vijapur(Gojjariya) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Kalol APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Castor Seed.
That ₹100 (1.4%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Vijapur APMC ranged between ₹6,750 and ₹7,175, with the average around ₹7,035. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹7,150 | ₹7,025 | ₹7,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,135 | ₹7,025 | ₹7,075 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,075 | ₹7,025 | ₹7,055 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,085 | ₹6,925 | ₹7,025 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,080 | ₹6,910 | ₹7,025 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,030 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,090 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,075 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,010 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,005 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,110 | ₹6,975 | ₹7,075 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,120 | ₹6,975 | ₹7,075 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,175 | ₹7,035 | ₹7,125 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,125 | ₹6,925 | ₹7,090 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,170 | ₹6,855 | ₹7,125 |
| 14 Jul | ₹7,125 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,075 |
| 13 Jul | ₹7,090 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,025 |
| 11 Jul | ₹7,090 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,060 |
| 10 Jul | ₹7,080 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,050 |
| 09 Jul | ₹7,050 | ₹6,995 | ₹7,025 |
| 07 Jul | ₹7,025 | ₹6,875 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹7,045 | ₹6,875 | ₹7,000 |
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
Before carting Castor Seed to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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: Vijapur APMC was the market to beat for Castor Seed on 05 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.