Here's the 19 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Pratapgarh APMC stood at the front of the pack for Linseed, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,550 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Linseed.
01What Put Pratapgarh APMC on Top Today
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,760
- Lowest Price Today₹9,390
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityLinseed (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Linseed is about 5.1% above the period average, sitting just 2.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Linseed rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pratapgarh APMC Leader | ₹9,550 |
| 2 Mandsaur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Budhar APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Piplya APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 5 Damoh APMC | ₹9,445 |
| 6 Sitmau APMC | ₹9,441 |
| 7 Jaora APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 8 Khanpur APMC | ₹9,340 |
| 9 Shamgarh APMC | ₹9,281 |
| 10 Daloda APMC | ₹9,226 |
| 11 Kawai Salpura - Atru APMC | ₹9,040 |
| 12 Sailana APMC | ₹8,799 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Linseed.
A spread of ₹751 (8.5%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Linseed prices at Pratapgarh APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹9,760, with the average around ₹9,087. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹9,760 | ₹9,390 | ₹9,550 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,521 | ₹8,550 | ₹9,266 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,480 | ₹9,475 | ₹9,477 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,630 | ₹9,040 | ₹9,240 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,430 | ₹8,175 | ₹8,802 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,380 | ₹8,775 | ₹9,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,375 | ₹9,050 | ₹9,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,430 | ₹8,895 | ₹9,351 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,540 | ₹9,176 | ₹9,460 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,536 | ₹9,375 | ₹9,450 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,399 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,744 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,699 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,700 | ₹9,440 | ₹9,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,550 | ₹8,175 | ₹8,860 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,590 | ₹9,370 | ₹9,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,550 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,250 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,490 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,900 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,650 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,976 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹9,420 | ₹9,480 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Pratapgarh APMC led Linseed on 19 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.