In the day's wholesale-price digest for 31 Aug 2026, Linseed was quoted at ₹8,768 per quintal in Katni APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Katni APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,768
- Lowest Price Today₹8,651
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,768
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityLinseed (Flaxseed)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Linseed rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Linseed is about 2.9% above the period average — just 1.9% 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 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Banthara APMC Leader | ₹18,932 |
| 2 DADRI APMC | ₹13,415 |
| 3 Noida APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 4 Daloda APMC | ₹9,370 |
| 5 Kawai Salpura - Atru APMC | ₹9,290 |
| 6 Sagar APMC | ₹9,205 |
| 7 Mandsaur APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 8 Sitmau APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 9 Neemuch APMC | ₹9,188 |
| 10 Jaora APMC | ₹9,161 |
| 11 Kota APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 12 Damoh APMC | ₹9,095 |
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.
At ₹9,837 (108.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Linseed matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Linseed prices at Katni APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹8,936, with the average around ₹8,520. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹8,768 | ₹8,651 | ₹8,768 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,555 | ₹8,411 | ₹8,555 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,761 | ₹8,691 | ₹8,761 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,936 | ₹8,599 | ₹8,936 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,849 | ₹7,701 | ₹8,849 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,880 | ₹8,576 | ₹8,880 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,776 | ₹8,695 | ₹8,776 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,839 | ₹8,639 | ₹8,839 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,710 | ₹8,590 | ₹8,710 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,775 | ₹8,739 | ₹8,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,655 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,655 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,777 | ₹8,561 | ₹8,777 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,751 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,751 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,740 | ₹8,592 | ₹8,740 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,761 | ₹8,755 | ₹8,755 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,700 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,799 | ₹8,252 | ₹8,799 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,700 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,700 |
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
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Linseed changed hands at this rate in Katni APMC on 31 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.