In the day's wholesale-price digest for 28 Jul 2026, Neemuch APMC stood at the front of the pack for Nigella, clocking the day's best rate at ₹17,002 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What's Behind Today's Nigella Price
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,002
- Lowest Price Today₹16,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,002
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date28 Jul 2026
- CommodityNigella (Kalonji)
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.
At this level, Nigella is about 1.5% below the period average, sitting just 10.5% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Nigella rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Neemuch APMC Leader | ₹17,002 |
| 2 Pohari APMC | ₹16,805 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Nigella.
A spread of ₹197 (1.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Nigella prices at Neemuch APMC ranged between ₹8,500 and ₹19,000, with the average around ₹17,259. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Jul | ₹16,300 | ₹16,300 | ₹16,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹17,002 | ₹16,200 | ₹17,002 |
| 18 Jul | ₹17,465 | ₹17,465 | ₹17,465 |
| 17 Jul | ₹18,400 | ₹15,000 | ₹18,400 |
| 16 Jul | ₹17,900 | ₹17,402 | ₹17,402 |
| 15 Jul | ₹17,700 | ₹14,150 | ₹17,700 |
| 14 Jul | ₹18,151 | ₹17,300 | ₹18,151 |
| 13 Jul | ₹18,142 | ₹17,600 | ₹18,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹11,400 | ₹17,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹17,976 | ₹17,976 | ₹17,976 |
| 04 Jul | ₹19,000 | ₹18,210 | ₹18,900 |
| 03 Jul | ₹17,551 | ₹16,410 | ₹17,551 |
| 01 Jul | ₹17,900 | ₹13,000 | ₹17,900 |
| 30 Jun | ₹18,201 | ₹16,600 | ₹18,201 |
| 29 Jun | ₹18,300 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,800 |
| 22 Jun | ₹18,120 | ₹17,311 | ₹18,120 |
| 20 Jun | ₹16,800 | ₹16,800 | ₹16,800 |
| 19 Jun | ₹18,410 | ₹8,500 | ₹10,000 |
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
The day's best Nigella rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Neemuch APMC led Nigella on 28 Jul 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.