Here's the 14 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Castor Seed was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Patan APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Castor Seed Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,070
- Lowest Price Today₹6,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 5-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Castor Seed is about 0.4% below the period average, sitting just 3.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Castor Seed rates across the markets that reported on 14 Aug 2026, so you can see where Patan APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Noida APMC Leader | ₹8,695 |
| 2 Nohar APMC | ₹7,099 |
| 3 Unava APMC | ₹7,080 |
| 4 Tharad APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 5 Rajkot APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 6 Mehsana APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 7 Vijapur APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 8 Lakhani APMC | ₹7,072 |
| 9 Kalol APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 10 Mansa APMC | ₹7,045 |
| 11 Diyodar APMC | ₹7,037 |
| 12 Deesa(Bhildi) APMC | ₹7,035 |
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 ₹1,660 (23.6%), 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 5-Day Trend
Over the last 5 days, Castor Seed prices at Patan APMC ranged between ₹6,850 and ₹7,220, with the average around ₹7,025. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹7,070 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,025 | ₹6,850 | ₹7,025 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,060 | ₹6,850 | ₹7,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,065 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,220 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,100 |
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
The day's best Castor Seed rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Castor Seed stood at Patan APMC on 14 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.