In the mandi rate roundup for 08 Sep 2026, Nigella was quoted at ₹16,000 per quintal in Neemuch APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Nigella Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,000
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date08 Sep 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.
This puts Nigella about 4.2% below the period average, and just 15.8% 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
The table below lines up Nigella rates across the markets that reported on 08 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 Pohari APMC Leader | ₹17,500 |
| 2 Neemuch APMC | ₹16,000 |
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 ₹1,500 (9.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Nigella prices at Neemuch APMC ranged between ₹8,500 and ₹19,000, with the average around ₹16,708. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹10,600 | ₹16,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹14,100 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,100 |
| 02 Sep | ₹17,500 | ₹10,940 | ₹17,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹18,560 | ₹14,400 | ₹18,560 |
| 21 Aug | ₹18,501 | ₹15,300 | ₹18,501 |
| 20 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹11,600 | ₹11,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹16,900 | ₹14,100 | ₹16,900 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Nigella, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Neemuch APMC reported Nigella at this level on 08 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.