Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Linseed was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Sitmau APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Linseed Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityLinseed (Flaxseed)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Linseed rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Linseed is about 2.7% above the period average — just 3.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Linseed rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Neemuch APMC Leader | ₹10,081 |
| 2 Jaora APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 3 Daloda APMC | ₹9,581 |
| 4 Sitmau APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Budhar APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Piplya APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 7 Shamgarh APMC | ₹9,351 |
| 8 Sagar APMC | ₹9,295 |
| 9 Pratapgarh APMC | ₹9,266 |
| 10 Damoh APMC | ₹9,195 |
| 11 Mandsaur APMC | ₹9,101 |
| 12 Baran APMC | ₹9,000 |
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 ₹1,081 (12.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Linseed prices at Sitmau APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹9,863, with the average around ₹9,252. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹9,441 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,441 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹7,100 | ₹9,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,301 | ₹8,701 | ₹9,301 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,591 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,591 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,595 | ₹9,290 | ₹9,595 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹8,450 | ₹9,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,390 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,390 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,621 | ₹8,550 | ₹9,621 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,659 | ₹9,175 | ₹9,659 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,660 | ₹9,001 | ₹9,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,781 | ₹8,701 | ₹9,781 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,863 | ₹6,001 | ₹9,863 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,700 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,700 | ₹9,330 | ₹9,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,857 | ₹9,601 | ₹9,857 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,800 | ₹8,602 | ₹9,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,490 | ₹7,100 | ₹9,490 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,491 | ₹9,201 | ₹9,491 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,470 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,470 |
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
Selling Linseed well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
To wrap up, Sitmau APMC logged this Linseed rate on 18 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.