With the 21 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Neemuch APMC stood at the front of the pack for Nigella, clocking the day's best rate at ₹18,501 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Nigella.
01What Put Neemuch APMC on Top Today
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,501
- Lowest Price Today₹15,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,501
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityNigella (Kalonji)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Nigella rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 3.3% above the period average and just 28.9% 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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Nigella prices at Neemuch APMC ranged between ₹7,500 and ₹26,011, with the average around ₹17,915. 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 Nov | ₹25,912 | ₹20,502 | ₹25,101 |
| 04 Nov | ₹25,410 | ₹18,700 | ₹25,410 |
| 03 Nov | ₹26,000 | ₹24,100 | ₹25,900 |
| 02 Nov | ₹26,011 | ₹24,251 | ₹26,011 |
| 28 Oct | ₹24,700 | ₹23,400 | ₹23,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹18,450 | ₹18,250 | ₹18,450 |
| 16 Oct | ₹24,911 | ₹23,711 | ₹24,701 |
| 14 Oct | ₹25,600 | ₹24,500 | ₹25,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹25,800 | ₹23,502 | ₹25,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹21,052 | ₹20,550 | ₹20,550 |
| 23 Sep | ₹20,591 | ₹19,490 | ₹20,591 |
| 22 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹19,800 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹18,880 | ₹7,500 | ₹18,880 |
| 16 Sep | ₹17,100 | ₹10,100 | ₹17,100 |
| 12 Sep | ₹18,500 | ₹12,350 | ₹18,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,900 | ₹9,900 | ₹9,900 |
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 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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Aug 2026, Neemuch APMC set the pace for Nigella. 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.