In the day's wholesale-price digest for 22 Oct 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹8,675 per quintal in Himatnagar APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Castor Seed today.
01What's Behind Today's Castor Seed Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,675
- Lowest Price Today₹8,640
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,675
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Castor seed)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Castor Seed rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Castor Seed is about 19.0% above the period average — right at 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
Here's how Castor Seed rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dhanera APMC Leader | ₹8,740 |
| 2 Diyodar APMC | ₹8,720 |
| 3 Mehsana APMC | ₹8,675 |
| 4 Himatnagar APMC | ₹8,675 |
| 5 Siddhpur APMC | ₹8,657 |
| 6 Bhabhar APMC | ₹8,650 |
| 7 Radhanpur APMC | ₹8,650 |
| 8 Thara(Shihori) APMC | ₹8,640 |
| 9 Tharad APMC | ₹8,637 |
| 10 Deesa APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 11 Sami APMC | ₹8,580 |
| 12 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹8,550 |
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.
The ₹190 (2.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Himatnagar APMC ranged between ₹6,550 and ₹8,675, with the average around ₹7,291. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹8,675 | ₹8,640 | ₹8,675 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,230 | ₹8,030 | ₹8,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,085 | ₹8,050 | ₹8,085 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,950 | ₹7,900 | ₹7,950 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,860 | ₹7,825 | ₹7,860 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,650 | ₹7,640 | ₹7,650 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,675 | ₹7,640 | ₹7,675 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,640 | ₹7,575 | ₹7,640 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,560 | ₹7,550 | ₹7,560 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,630 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,615 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Castor Seed, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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 wrap up, Himatnagar APMC logged this Castor Seed rate on 22 Oct 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.