Across the reporting yards on 17 Aug 2026, Manasa APMC stood at the front of the pack for Chiaseeds, clocking the day's best rate at ₹19,250 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What Put Manasa APMC on Top Today
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹19,250
- Lowest Price Today₹17,080
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,250
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityChiaseeds (Chiaseeds)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 5-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Chiaseeds about 1.2% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Chiaseeds rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manasa APMC Leader | ₹19,250 |
| 2 Mandsaur APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 3 Khategaon APMC | ₹17,900 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,350 (7.5%) 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 5-Day Trend
Over the last 5 days, Chiaseeds prices at Manasa APMC ranged between ₹13,000 and ₹19,250, with the average around ₹19,020. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹19,250 | ₹17,080 | ₹19,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹18,901 | ₹17,300 | ₹18,901 |
| 13 Aug | ₹19,099 | ₹19,099 | ₹19,099 |
| 11 Aug | ₹18,950 | ₹17,101 | ₹18,950 |
| 10 Aug | ₹18,900 | ₹13,000 | ₹18,900 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Chiaseeds today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
The takeaway: Manasa APMC was the market to beat for Chiaseeds on 17 Aug 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.