As the 20 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Neemuch APMC stood at the front of the pack for Nigella Seeds, clocking the day's best rate at ₹18,600 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What's Behind Today's Nigella Seeds Price
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,600
- Lowest Price Today₹17,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,600
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date20 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.
Today's rate is about 1.1% above the period average and just 6.0% 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
The table below lines up Nigella Seeds rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Neemuch APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Neemuch APMC Leader | ₹18,600 |
| 2 Jaora APMC | ₹18,200 |
| 3 Mandsaur APMC | ₹17,421 |
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 ₹1,179 (6.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Nigella Seeds fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Nigella Seeds prices at Neemuch APMC ranged between ₹14,800 and ₹19,781, with the average around ₹18,399. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹18,600 | ₹17,500 | ₹18,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹18,400 | ₹16,150 | ₹18,400 |
| 18 Aug | ₹18,300 | ₹16,740 | ₹18,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹18,400 | ₹16,800 | ₹18,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹18,655 | ₹18,250 | ₹18,655 |
| 11 Aug | ₹18,541 | ₹16,610 | ₹18,541 |
| 10 Aug | ₹18,500 | ₹16,052 | ₹18,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹18,650 | ₹17,500 | ₹18,100 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Nigella Seeds well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Aug 2026, Neemuch 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.