Here's the 13 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Nigella Seeds was quoted at ₹18,391 per quintal in Mandsaur APMC. See where this sits in the day's Nigella Seeds range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Nigella Seeds Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,391
- Lowest Price Today₹8,199
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,391
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityNigella Seeds (Kalonji/Nigella)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Nigella Seeds rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Nigella Seeds is about 1.6% above the period average, sitting just 2.4% 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 Nigella Seeds rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Neemuch APMC Leader | ₹18,400 |
| 2 Mandsaur APMC | ₹18,391 |
| 3 Jaora APMC | ₹17,600 |
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.
A spread of ₹800 (4.5%) 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, Nigella Seeds prices at Mandsaur APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹18,850, with the average around ₹18,096. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹18,391 | ₹8,199 | ₹18,391 |
| 11 Aug | ₹17,320 | ₹15,990 | ₹17,320 |
| 10 Aug | ₹18,300 | ₹2,500 | ₹18,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹18,101 | ₹13,981 | ₹18,101 |
| 05 Aug | ₹18,350 | ₹12,000 | ₹18,350 |
| 04 Aug | ₹18,061 | ₹15,950 | ₹18,061 |
| 03 Aug | ₹18,399 | ₹9,600 | ₹18,399 |
| 01 Aug | ₹18,500 | ₹18,368 | ₹18,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹17,781 | ₹17,691 | ₹17,781 |
| 30 Jul | ₹18,171 | ₹16,299 | ₹18,171 |
| 28 Jul | ₹17,902 | ₹12,420 | ₹17,902 |
| 27 Jul | ₹18,320 | ₹2,801 | ₹18,320 |
| 24 Jul | ₹18,281 | ₹13,700 | ₹18,281 |
| 23 Jul | ₹18,281 | ₹17,250 | ₹18,281 |
| 21 Jul | ₹17,780 | ₹17,050 | ₹17,780 |
| 18 Jul | ₹17,761 | ₹16,100 | ₹17,761 |
| 17 Jul | ₹17,380 | ₹16,281 | ₹17,380 |
| 16 Jul | ₹17,999 | ₹17,481 | ₹17,999 |
| 15 Jul | ₹17,600 | ₹15,510 | ₹17,600 |
| 14 Jul | ₹17,981 | ₹17,380 | ₹17,981 |
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
The day's best Nigella Seeds rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Nigella Seeds rate at Mandsaur APMC on 13 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.