In the latest market update for 27 Aug 2026, Jaora APMC stood at the front of the pack for Nigella, clocking the day's best rate at ₹17,400 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Nigella board.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Nigella Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,400
- Lowest Price Today₹17,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,400
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date27 Aug 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.
Right now Nigella is about 2.4% below the period average — just 10.1% 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
This table ranks Nigella rates across active mandis for 27 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jaora APMC Leader | ₹17,400 |
| 2 Neemuch APMC | ₹15,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Nigella.
That ₹2,400 (16.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Nigella fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Nigella prices at Jaora APMC ranged between ₹13,000 and ₹19,350, with the average around ₹17,821. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug | ₹17,400 | ₹17,400 | ₹17,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹17,651 | ₹15,500 | ₹17,651 |
| 19 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹16,700 | ₹16,700 | ₹16,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,900 | ₹18,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹19,350 | ₹18,800 | ₹19,350 |
| 27 Jul | ₹16,852 | ₹16,852 | ₹16,852 |
| 23 Jul | ₹15,840 | ₹15,840 | ₹15,840 |
| 21 Jul | ₹17,900 | ₹16,850 | ₹17,900 |
| 14 Jul | ₹17,900 | ₹13,800 | ₹17,900 |
| 13 Jul | ₹17,850 | ₹14,500 | ₹17,850 |
| 08 Jul | ₹19,200 | ₹17,500 | ₹19,200 |
| 07 Jul | ₹18,900 | ₹17,600 | ₹18,900 |
| 06 Jul | ₹18,400 | ₹16,700 | ₹18,400 |
| 01 Jul | ₹18,590 | ₹13,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 22 Jun | ₹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
For Nigella, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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 found its strongest bid at Jaora APMC on 27 Aug 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.