In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Sep 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹7,475 per quintal in Himatnagar APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Castor Seed today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Castor Seed Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,475
- Lowest Price Today₹7,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,475
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 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 4.7% above the period average, sitting just 2.3% 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 16 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Unava APMC Leader | ₹7,515 |
| 2 Tharad APMC | ₹7,482 |
| 3 Bhabhar APMC | ₹7,480 |
| 4 Vijapur APMC | ₹7,475 |
| 5 Himatnagar APMC | ₹7,475 |
| 6 Mehsana APMC | ₹7,465 |
| 7 Thara APMC | ₹7,450 |
| 8 Kalol APMC | ₹7,450 |
| 9 Sami APMC | ₹7,450 |
| 10 Thara(Shihori) APMC | ₹7,443 |
| 11 Mansa APMC | ₹7,440 |
| 12 Vijapur(Kukarvada) APMC | ₹7,440 |
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 ₹75 (1.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Himatnagar APMC ranged between ₹6,550 and ₹7,650, with the average around ₹7,142. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | ₹7,545 | ₹7,425 | ₹7,545 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,475 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,475 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,550 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,550 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,650 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,420 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,475 | ₹7,350 | ₹7,450 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,450 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,450 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,450 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,400 |
| 05 Sep | ₹7,450 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,425 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,350 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,350 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,330 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,330 |
| 01 Sep | ₹7,355 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,350 |
| 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 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Castor Seed rate at Himatnagar APMC on 16 Sep 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.