Across the reporting yards on 23 Sep 2026, Jaora APMC stood at the front of the pack for Nigella, clocking the day's best rate at ₹20,700 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What's Behind Today's Nigella Price
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹21,001
- Lowest Price Today₹17,751
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,700
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date23 Sep 2026
- CommodityNigella (Kalonji)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Nigella about 13.8% above the period average, and just 1.4% 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
Here's how Nigella rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jaora APMC Leader | ₹20,700 |
| 2 Neemuch APMC | ₹20,591 |
| 3 Pohari APMC | ₹20,390 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Nigella.
The ₹310 (1.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Nigella prices at Jaora APMC ranged between ₹13,000 and ₹21,001, with the average around ₹18,196. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹20,850 | ₹19,851 | ₹20,850 |
| 23 Sep | ₹21,001 | ₹17,751 | ₹20,700 |
| 19 Sep | ₹16,301 | ₹16,301 | ₹16,301 |
| 10 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹20,800 | ₹19,000 | ₹20,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹17,500 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹18,801 | ₹17,500 | ₹18,801 |
| 31 Aug | ₹17,600 | ₹17,600 | ₹17,600 |
| 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 |
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 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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Jaora APMC was the market to beat for Nigella on 23 Sep 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.