Checking the day's mandi numbers for 12 Aug 2026, Linseed was quoted at ₹6,700 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Linseed Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,700
- Lowest Price Today₹6,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,700
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityLinseed (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Linseed is about 5.5% above the period average — just 17.3% 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
This table ranks Linseed rates across active mandis for 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 DADRI APMC Leader | ₹15,842 |
| 2 Jaora APMC | ₹9,744 |
| 3 Neemuch APMC | ₹9,651 |
| 4 Kota APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 5 Satna APMC | ₹8,980 |
| 6 Baran APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Chaakghat APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 8 Varanasi APMC | ₹6,700 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Linseed.
That ₹9,142 (136.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Linseed fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Linseed prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹4,200 and ₹8,100, with the average around ₹6,353. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,675 | ₹7,675 | ₹7,675 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 30 Jun | ₹8,100 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,100 |
| 25 Jun | ₹6,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹6,253 |
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
When picking where to sell Linseed, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
In short, Linseed changed hands at this rate in Varanasi APMC on 12 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.