Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Oct 2026, Segaon APMC stood at the front of the pack for Castor Seed, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,000 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Castor Seed leader.
01What's Behind Today's Castor Seed Price
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,125
- Lowest Price Today₹6,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Caster)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Castor Seed rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Castor Seed about 12.0% above the period average, and just 1.8% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Castor Seed prices at Segaon APMC ranged between ₹5,700 and ₹7,125, with the average around ₹6,252. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹7,125 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,025 | ₹6,950 | ₹7,025 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,530 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,011 | ₹6,011 | ₹6,011 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,250 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,250 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 07 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,825 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 01 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 30 Jun | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Segaon APMC was the market to beat for Castor Seed on 18 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.