Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹3,210 per quintal in Dewas APMC. See where this sits in the day's Castor Seed range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Castor Seed Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Castor Seed arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,210
- Lowest Price Today₹3,210
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,210
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Caster)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 11.0% below the period average and just 19.8% 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
This table ranks Castor Seed rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Unava APMC Leader | ₹7,075 |
| 2 Mansa APMC | ₹7,070 |
| 3 Rajkot APMC | ₹7,055 |
| 4 Himatnagar APMC | ₹7,045 |
| 5 Palanpur APMC | ₹7,008 |
| 6 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Visnagar APMC | ₹6,992 |
| 8 Siddhpur APMC | ₹6,990 |
| 9 Sami APMC | ₹6,975 |
| 10 Kadi APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 11 Dasada Patadi APMC | ₹6,920 |
| 12 Anjar APMC | ₹6,850 |
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.
At ₹225 (3.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Castor Seed matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 2 days, Castor Seed prices at Dewas APMC ranged between ₹3,210 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,605. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹3,210 | ₹3,210 | ₹3,210 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Castor Seed traded at this rate in Dewas APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.