In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, Linseed was quoted at ₹9,301 per quintal in Sitmau APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Linseed Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,301
- Lowest Price Today₹8,701
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,301
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityLinseed (Flaxseed)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Linseed about 0.6% above the period average, and just 5.7% short of 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 Linseed rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mandsaur APMC Leader | ₹9,650 |
| 2 Budhar APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Piplya APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Pratapgarh APMC | ₹9,477 |
| 5 Kota APMC | ₹9,361 |
| 6 Sitmau APMC | ₹9,301 |
| 7 Kawai Salpura - Atru APMC | ₹9,010 |
| 8 Sagar APMC | ₹8,915 |
| 9 Jabalpur APMC | ₹8,590 |
| 10 Obedullaganj APMC | ₹8,052 |
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.
The ₹1,598 (19.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Linseed prices at Sitmau APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹9,863, with the average around ₹9,241. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 18 Jul | ₹9,390 | ₹9,261 | ₹9,390 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,426 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,426 |
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 Linseed 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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Sitmau APMC reported Linseed at this level on 17 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.