Checking the day's mandi numbers for 31 Aug 2026, Nigella Seeds was quoted at ₹17,299 per quintal in Mandsaur APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Mandsaur APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,299
- Lowest Price Today₹14,733
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,299
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityNigella Seeds (Kalonji/Nigella)
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.
Right now Nigella Seeds is about 3.9% below the period average — just 8.2% 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
The table below lines up Nigella Seeds rates across the markets that reported on 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mandsaur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Neemuch APMC Leader | ₹18,800 |
| 2 Mandsaur APMC | ₹17,299 |
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.
That ₹1,501 (8.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Nigella Seeds fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹17,995. 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 | ₹17,299 | ₹14,733 | ₹17,299 |
| 29 Aug | ₹14,781 | ₹14,781 | ₹14,781 |
| 21 Aug | ₹17,981 | ₹12,400 | ₹17,981 |
| 20 Aug | ₹17,421 | ₹11,699 | ₹17,421 |
| 19 Aug | ₹17,900 | ₹8,201 | ₹17,900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹18,600 | ₹10,553 | ₹18,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹18,331 | ₹8,910 | ₹18,331 |
| 14 Aug | ₹17,931 | ₹6,666 | ₹17,931 |
| 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 |
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
Farmers comparing Nigella Seeds rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Nigella Seeds changed hands at this rate in Mandsaur 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.