In the price report dated 05 Aug 2026, Neemuch APMC stood at the front of the pack for Nigella Seeds, clocking the day's best rate at ₹18,651 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Nigella Seeds Rate
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,651
- Lowest Price Today₹17,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,651
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date05 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.
This puts Nigella Seeds about 1.3% above the period average, and just 5.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Nigella Seeds rates across active mandis for 05 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Neemuch APMC Leader | ₹18,651 |
| 2 Mandsaur APMC | ₹18,350 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Nigella Seeds.
The ₹301 (1.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Nigella Seeds prices at Neemuch APMC ranged between ₹14,800 and ₹19,781, with the average around ₹18,409. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹18,651 | ₹17,300 | ₹18,651 |
| 04 Aug | ₹19,201 | ₹17,800 | ₹19,201 |
| 01 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹16,650 | ₹19,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹19,300 | ₹16,800 | ₹19,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹19,252 | ₹17,500 | ₹19,151 |
| 29 Jul | ₹18,981 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,251 |
| 28 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹14,800 | ₹17,001 |
| 27 Jul | ₹19,080 | ₹16,700 | ₹17,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹18,900 | ₹18,683 | ₹18,900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹18,576 | ₹15,801 | ₹18,576 |
| 22 Jul | ₹18,651 | ₹18,300 | ₹18,651 |
| 18 Jul | ₹18,200 | ₹18,200 | ₹18,200 |
| 10 Jul | ₹19,781 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,300 |
| 09 Jul | ₹18,743 | ₹17,650 | ₹18,743 |
| 07 Jul | ₹18,700 | ₹16,871 | ₹18,700 |
| 04 Jul | ₹17,703 | ₹17,501 | ₹17,703 |
| 03 Jul | ₹16,651 | ₹16,651 | ₹16,651 |
| 02 Jul | ₹18,200 | ₹16,400 | ₹18,200 |
| 29 Jun | ₹18,092 | ₹17,286 | ₹18,092 |
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
Going to the top Nigella Seeds market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
The takeaway: Neemuch APMC was the market to beat for Nigella Seeds on 05 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.