With the 19 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹6,927 per quintal in Talod APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Castor Seed Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,950
- Lowest Price Today₹6,905
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,927
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 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.
Today's rate is about 0.5% above the period average and just 3.3% 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 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Talod APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vijapur APMC Leader | ₹7,100 |
| 2 Unava APMC | ₹7,085 |
| 3 Deesa APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 4 Mehsana APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 5 Mansa APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 6 Rajkot APMC | ₹7,070 |
| 7 Himatnagar APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 8 Vijapur(Kukarvada) APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 9 Kadi APMC | ₹7,045 |
| 10 Vijapur(Gojjariya) APMC | ₹7,035 |
| 11 Tharad APMC | ₹7,030 |
| 12 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,025 |
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 ₹75 (1.1%) 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 Talod APMC ranged between ₹6,250 and ₹7,165, with the average around ₹6,891. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹6,910 | ₹6,850 | ₹6,880 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,950 | ₹6,905 | ₹6,927 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,850 | ₹6,750 | ₹6,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,855 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,828 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,880 | ₹6,850 | ₹6,865 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,110 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,055 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,860 | ₹6,850 | ₹6,855 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,920 | ₹6,960 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,040 | ₹6,975 | ₹7,008 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,090 | ₹6,915 | ₹7,002 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,920 | ₹6,750 | ₹6,835 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,845 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,548 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,815 | ₹6,730 | ₹6,773 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,810 | ₹6,750 | ₹6,780 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,955 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,877 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,980 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,740 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,980 | ₹6,925 | ₹6,953 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,980 | ₹6,945 | ₹6,963 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,040 | ₹6,940 | ₹6,990 |
| 13 Jul | ₹7,055 | ₹6,950 | ₹7,022 |
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 headline Castor Seed rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
Net-net, Talod APMC posted this Castor Seed rate on 19 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.