In the day's wholesale-price digest for 27 Aug 2026, Himatnagar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Castor Seed, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,240 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What Put Himatnagar APMC on Top Today
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,240
- Lowest Price Today₹7,150
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,240
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Castor seed)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 3.2% above the period average, sitting right at 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 27 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Himatnagar APMC Leader | ₹7,240 |
| 2 Unava APMC | ₹7,235 |
| 3 Mansa APMC | ₹7,215 |
| 4 Deesa APMC | ₹7,210 |
| 5 Bhabhar APMC | ₹7,205 |
| 6 Palanpur APMC | ₹7,153 |
| 7 Vadgam APMC | ₹7,150 |
| 8 Dhanera APMC | ₹7,140 |
| 9 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,140 |
| 10 Visnagar APMC | ₹7,125 |
| 11 Siddhpur APMC | ₹7,122 |
| 12 Viramgam APMC | ₹7,105 |
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.
A spread of ₹135 (1.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Himatnagar APMC ranged between ₹6,550 and ₹7,240, with the average around ₹7,017. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug | ₹7,240 | ₹7,150 | ₹7,240 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,210 | ₹7,150 | ₹7,210 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,050 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,050 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,075 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,075 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,050 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,050 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,050 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,050 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,045 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,045 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,025 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,025 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,065 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,065 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,050 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,050 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,950 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹7,075 | ₹7,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,095 | ₹7,050 | ₹7,095 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,115 | ₹7,080 | ₹7,115 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹7,050 | ₹7,100 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,075 | ₹7,065 | ₹7,075 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,095 | ₹7,065 | ₹7,095 |
| 14 Jul | ₹7,080 | ₹7,050 | ₹7,080 |
| 13 Jul | ₹7,060 | ₹7,050 | ₹7,060 |
| 11 Jul | ₹7,055 | ₹7,025 | ₹7,055 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Castor Seed yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Himatnagar APMC led Castor Seed on 27 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.