Reading today's price tape for 18 Sep 2026, Neemuch APMC stood at the front of the pack for Nigella Seeds, clocking the day's best rate at ₹20,984 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Nigella Seeds today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Nigella Seeds Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,984
- Lowest Price Today₹14,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,984
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityNigella Seeds (Kalonji/Nigella)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Nigella Seeds is about 11.4% above the period average — just 2.4% 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 18 Sep 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 | ₹20,984 |
| 2 Mandsaur APMC | ₹19,884 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Nigella Seeds.
That ₹1,100 (5.5%) 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 Neemuch APMC ranged between ₹11,500 and ₹21,500, with the average around ₹18,838. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹20,984 | ₹14,500 | ₹20,984 |
| 17 Sep | ₹16,200 | ₹12,900 | ₹16,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹21,460 | ₹20,500 | ₹21,301 |
| 11 Sep | ₹21,500 | ₹16,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹21,400 | ₹20,571 | ₹21,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹21,370 | ₹18,950 | ₹21,370 |
| 08 Sep | ₹18,450 | ₹11,600 | ₹18,450 |
| 07 Sep | ₹21,153 | ₹16,800 | ₹21,153 |
| 05 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹14,900 | ₹20,580 |
| 03 Sep | ₹20,690 | ₹16,000 | ₹20,690 |
| 02 Sep | ₹18,970 | ₹18,500 | ₹18,970 |
| 01 Sep | ₹19,700 | ₹18,700 | ₹18,900 |
| 31 Aug | ₹17,700 | ₹17,700 | ₹17,700 |
| 29 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹19,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹18,700 | ₹16,800 | ₹18,700 |
| 25 Aug | ₹19,010 | ₹14,276 | ₹19,010 |
| 21 Aug | ₹18,802 | ₹17,150 | ₹18,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹17,900 | ₹16,400 | ₹16,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹18,400 | ₹16,150 | ₹18,400 |
| 18 Aug | ₹18,300 | ₹16,740 | ₹18,300 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Nigella Seeds today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Nigella Seeds found its strongest bid at Neemuch APMC on 18 Sep 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.