In the mandi rate roundup for 21 Aug 2026, Mumbai APMC stood at the front of the pack for Methi Seeds, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,500 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Methi Seeds leader.
01What Put Mumbai APMC on Top Today
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityMethi Seeds (Methiseeds)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.1% above the period average and just 21.1% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Methi Seeds rates across the markets that reported on 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mumbai APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 3 Veraval APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Tharad APMC | ₹6,902 |
| 5 Rajkot APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 6 Rajula APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Shamgarh APMC | ₹6,451 |
| 8 Jaora APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 9 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹6,101 |
| 10 Kota APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 11 Jasdan APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Dhrol APMC | ₹5,975 |
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.
That ₹1,525 (25.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Methi Seeds fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Methi Seeds prices at Mumbai APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹7,494. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
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 Methi Seeds, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Aug 2026, Mumbai APMC set the pace for Methi Seeds. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.