In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Aug 2026, Rajkot APMC stood at the front of the pack for Castor Seed, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,100 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Castor Seed today, setting the tone for the session.
01What's Behind Today's Castor Seed Price
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,180
- Lowest Price Today₹6,850
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Castor seed)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 3.5% above the period average and just 1.3% 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
The table below lines up Castor Seed rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Rajkot APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajkot APMC Leader | ₹7,100 |
| 2 Mehsana APMC | ₹7,085 |
| 3 Unava APMC | ₹7,080 |
| 4 Mansa APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 5 Deesa APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 6 Diyodar APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 7 Himatnagar APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 8 Kalol APMC | ₹7,025 |
| 9 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,025 |
| 10 Siddhpur APMC | ₹7,017 |
| 11 Palanpur APMC | ₹7,015 |
| 12 Thara APMC | ₹7,013 |
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 ₹88 (1.2%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Rajkot APMC ranged between ₹5,800 and ₹7,190, with the average around ₹6,858. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹7,180 | ₹6,850 | ₹7,100 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,190 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,055 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,175 | ₹6,560 | ₹7,075 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,175 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,055 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,160 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,050 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,150 | ₹6,855 | ₹7,090 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,090 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,950 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,150 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,080 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,110 | ₹6,725 | ₹7,025 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,065 | ₹6,675 | ₹7,005 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,080 | ₹6,825 | ₹6,975 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,090 | ₹6,650 | ₹7,015 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,075 | ₹6,750 | ₹6,955 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,975 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,045 | ₹6,625 | ₹6,850 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,050 | ₹6,450 | ₹6,850 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,020 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,770 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,020 | ₹6,505 | ₹6,805 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,010 | ₹6,350 | ₹6,850 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,005 | ₹6,575 | ₹6,830 |
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
Going to the top Castor Seed market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Rajkot APMC set the pace for Castor Seed. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.