Pulling together the 17 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹8,527 per quintal in Siddhpur APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Siddhpur APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,575
- Lowest Price Today₹8,480
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,527
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Castor seed)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Castor Seed is about 19.1% above the period average, sitting just 0.6% 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
This table ranks Castor Seed rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Unava APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 Siddhpur APMC | ₹8,527 |
| 3 Lakhani APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Visnagar APMC | ₹8,452 |
| 5 Kalol APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 6 Kadi APMC | ₹8,350 |
| 7 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹8,240 |
| 8 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC | ₹8,212 |
| 9 Himatnagar APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 10 Dehgam(Rekhiyal) APMC | ₹8,087 |
| 11 Jamnagar APMC | ₹7,905 |
| 12 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹7,875 |
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 ₹725 (9.2%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Castor Seed prices at Siddhpur APMC ranged between ₹6,550 and ₹8,575, with the average around ₹7,159. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹8,575 | ₹8,480 | ₹8,527 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,330 | ₹8,220 | ₹8,275 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,335 | ₹8,125 | ₹8,230 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,180 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,090 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,155 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,077 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,050 | ₹7,945 | ₹7,997 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,625 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,562 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,650 | ₹7,350 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,605 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,552 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,655 | ₹7,475 | ₹7,565 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,600 | ₹7,475 | ₹7,537 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,575 | ₹7,440 | ₹7,507 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,530 | ₹7,445 | ₹7,487 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,600 | ₹7,360 | ₹7,480 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,450 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,350 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,555 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,427 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,605 | ₹7,440 | ₹7,522 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,370 | ₹7,435 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,350 | ₹7,425 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,480 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,390 |
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 Siddhpur APMC on 17 Oct 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.