In the price report dated 14 Oct 2026, Jaora APMC stood at the front of the pack for Nigella, clocking the day's best rate at ₹25,800 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What's Behind Today's Nigella Price
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,800
- Lowest Price Today₹23,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹25,800
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityNigella (Kalonji)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Nigella about 37.0% above the period average, and just 4.4% 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 14 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jaora APMC Leader | ₹25,800 |
| 2 Neemuch APMC | ₹25,600 |
| 3 Pohari APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Manasa APMC | ₹21,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹4,500 (21.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Nigella fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Nigella prices at Jaora APMC ranged between ₹13,000 and ₹27,001, with the average around ₹18,827. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹25,800 | ₹23,400 | ₹25,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹27,001 | ₹27,001 | ₹27,001 |
| 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 |
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 headline Nigella rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Jaora APMC was the market to beat for Nigella on 14 Oct 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.