From today's trading desk on 21 Aug 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹6,755 per quintal in Dhoraji APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Castor Seed Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,880
- Lowest Price Today₹5,880
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,755
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Castor seed)
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.
At this level, Castor Seed is about 2.3% below the period average, sitting just 18.9% 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
Here's how Castor Seed rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Deesa APMC Leader | ₹7,125 |
| 2 Unava APMC | ₹7,115 |
| 3 Mehsana APMC | ₹7,115 |
| 4 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,115 |
| 5 Mansa APMC | ₹7,115 |
| 6 Diyodar APMC | ₹7,105 |
| 7 Radhanpur APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 8 Vijapur APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 9 Thara(Shihori) APMC | ₹7,088 |
| 10 Tharad APMC | ₹7,077 |
| 11 Bhabhar APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 12 Dhanera APMC | ₹7,075 |
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 ₹50 (0.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Castor Seed matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Dhoraji APMC ranged between ₹5,880 and ₹8,330, with the average around ₹6,913. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Oct | ₹8,330 | ₹7,405 | ₹7,755 |
| 19 Oct | ₹8,280 | ₹8,105 | ₹8,105 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,605 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,605 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,355 | ₹7,230 | ₹7,280 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,130 | ₹6,980 | ₹7,005 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,280 | ₹7,130 | ₹7,130 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,205 | ₹7,130 | ₹7,130 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,105 | ₹6,480 | ₹7,005 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,180 | ₹6,955 | ₹7,180 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,105 | ₹6,505 | ₹7,030 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,130 | ₹6,930 | ₹7,130 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,030 | ₹6,455 | ₹6,955 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,555 | ₹6,005 | ₹6,430 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,880 | ₹5,880 | ₹6,755 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,880 | ₹6,755 | ₹6,755 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,855 | ₹6,780 | ₹6,855 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,905 | ₹6,130 | ₹6,280 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,780 | ₹6,455 | ₹6,455 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,805 | ₹6,580 | ₹6,755 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,830 | ₹6,255 | ₹6,730 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Castor Seed rate at Dhoraji APMC on 21 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.