Turning to the 17 Oct 2026 APMC board, Mandsaur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Nigella Seeds, clocking the day's best rate at ₹25,701 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What Put Mandsaur APMC on Top Today
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,701
- Lowest Price Today₹22,601
- Average (Modal) Price₹25,701
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityNigella Seeds (Kalonji/Nigella)
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 33.9% above the period average and just 3.0% 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
This table ranks Nigella Seeds rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mandsaur APMC Leader | ₹25,701 |
| 2 Neemuch APMC | ₹24,900 |
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.
A spread of ₹801 (3.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Nigella Seeds prices at Mandsaur APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹26,499, with the average around ₹19,200. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹25,701 | ₹22,601 | ₹25,701 |
| 16 Oct | ₹25,700 | ₹23,469 | ₹25,700 |
| 15 Oct | ₹24,101 | ₹15,000 | ₹24,101 |
| 14 Oct | ₹25,890 | ₹13,420 | ₹25,890 |
| 13 Oct | ₹26,499 | ₹9,292 | ₹26,499 |
| 12 Oct | ₹26,420 | ₹13,333 | ₹26,420 |
| 24 Sep | ₹20,780 | ₹8,484 | ₹20,780 |
| 23 Sep | ₹21,022 | ₹15,200 | ₹21,022 |
| 22 Sep | ₹20,670 | ₹20,670 | ₹20,670 |
| 21 Sep | ₹19,881 | ₹13,499 | ₹19,881 |
| 19 Sep | ₹19,966 | ₹4,600 | ₹19,966 |
| 18 Sep | ₹19,884 | ₹19,884 | ₹19,884 |
| 17 Sep | ₹20,099 | ₹17,799 | ₹20,099 |
| 16 Sep | ₹20,900 | ₹18,580 | ₹20,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹20,590 | ₹5,300 | ₹20,590 |
| 11 Sep | ₹20,671 | ₹13,720 | ₹20,671 |
| 10 Sep | ₹20,421 | ₹17,299 | ₹20,421 |
| 09 Sep | ₹20,225 | ₹12,952 | ₹20,225 |
| 08 Sep | ₹19,980 | ₹17,081 | ₹19,980 |
| 07 Sep | ₹19,800 | ₹16,999 | ₹19,800 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Mandsaur APMC set the pace for Nigella 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.