In the price report dated 20 Aug 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹6,050 per quintal in Ahilyanagar APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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₹6,100
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,050
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 1.0% above the period average and just 4.0% 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
Here's how Castor Seed rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Unava APMC Leader | ₹7,100 |
| 2 Mehsana APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 3 Vijapur APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 4 Radhanpur APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 5 Mansa APMC | ₹7,080 |
| 6 Himatnagar APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 7 Deesa APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 8 Kalol APMC | ₹7,065 |
| 9 Bhabhar APMC | ₹7,060 |
| 10 Diyodar APMC | ₹7,057 |
| 11 Idar APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 12 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,050 |
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.
The ₹50 (0.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Castor Seed prices at Ahilyanagar APMC ranged between ₹5,600 and ₹6,300, with the average around ₹5,989. 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 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,050 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹6,050 | ₹6,075 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹6,050 | ₹6,075 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹6,050 | ₹6,075 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,050 | ₹6,050 | ₹6,050 |
| 08 Jul | ₹6,050 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,925 |
| 03 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,850 |
| 19 Jun | ₹5,750 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,675 |
| 17 Jun | ₹5,700 | ₹5,650 | ₹5,675 |
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
Going to the top Castor Seed market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
Bottom line: on 20 Aug 2026, Castor Seed traded at this rate in Ahilyanagar 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.