As the 12 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹7,938 per quintal in Visnagar APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Castor Seed Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,072
- Lowest Price Today₹7,805
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,938
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 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.
Today's rate is about 11.8% above the period average and just 1.7% 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 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Radhanpur APMC Leader | ₹8,125 |
| 2 Dhanera APMC | ₹8,085 |
| 3 Bhabhar APMC | ₹8,070 |
| 4 Thara APMC | ₹8,050 |
| 5 Mansa APMC | ₹8,015 |
| 6 Mehsana APMC | ₹8,015 |
| 7 Diyodar APMC | ₹8,012 |
| 8 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Thara(Shihori) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Siddhpur APMC | ₹7,997 |
| 11 Vijapur APMC | ₹7,950 |
| 12 Visnagar APMC | ₹7,938 |
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 ₹187 (2.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Castor Seed matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Visnagar APMC ranged between ₹6,605 and ₹8,072, with the average around ₹7,102. 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 Oct | ₹8,072 | ₹7,805 | ₹7,938 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,755 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,577 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,755 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,577 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,675 | ₹7,475 | ₹7,575 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,655 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,527 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,660 | ₹7,425 | ₹7,542 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,655 | ₹7,305 | ₹7,480 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,555 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,402 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,605 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,452 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,555 | ₹7,255 | ₹7,405 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,555 | ₹7,270 | ₹7,412 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,555 | ₹7,255 | ₹7,405 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,555 | ₹7,275 | ₹7,415 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,370 | ₹7,205 | ₹7,287 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,305 | ₹7,080 | ₹7,192 |
| 01 Sep | ₹7,282 | ₹7,075 | ₹7,178 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,305 | ₹7,075 | ₹7,190 |
| 29 Aug | ₹7,240 | ₹7,050 | ₹7,145 |
| 27 Aug | ₹7,250 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,125 |
| 26 Aug | ₹7,215 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,107 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Castor Seed today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 12 Oct 2026, Castor Seed traded at this rate in Visnagar APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.