Looking at how the yards traded on 25 Aug 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹6,955 per quintal in Dhoraji APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Castor Seed Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,030
- Lowest Price Today₹6,455
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,955
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Castor seed)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Castor Seed is about 4.7% above the period average — just 1.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Castor Seed rates across the markets that reported on 25 Aug 2026, so you can see where Dhoraji APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Viramgam APMC Leader | ₹7,100 |
| 2 Dhoraji APMC | ₹6,955 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹6,825 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Castor Seed.
A spread of ₹275 (4.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Castor Seed prices at Dhoraji APMC ranged between ₹5,880 and ₹7,030, with the average around ₹6,644. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,805 | ₹6,055 | ₹6,555 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,955 | ₹6,755 | ₹6,955 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,830 | ₹6,355 | ₹6,355 |
| 06 Jul | ₹6,730 | ₹6,630 | ₹6,730 |
| 29 Jun | ₹6,755 | ₹6,680 | ₹6,705 |
| 20 Jun | ₹6,680 | ₹6,430 | ₹6,500 |
| 18 Jun | ₹6,605 | ₹6,530 | ₹6,530 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Dhoraji APMC logged this Castor Seed rate on 25 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.