Based on what the markets reported on 08 Jul 2026, Nigella was quoted at ₹17,760 per quintal in Pohari APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Nigella Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Nigella arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,760
- Lowest Price Today₹17,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,760
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date08 Jul 2026
- CommodityNigella (Kalonji)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Nigella rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Nigella is about 2.7% above the period average, sitting just 3.4% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Nigella rates stacked up across reporting markets on 08 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jaora APMC Leader | ₹19,200 |
| 2 Pohari APMC | ₹17,760 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹1,440 (8.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Nigella matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Nigella prices at Pohari APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹18,390, with the average around ₹17,301. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Jul | ₹18,390 | ₹18,390 | ₹18,390 |
| 28 Jul | ₹16,805 | ₹16,805 | ₹16,805 |
| 24 Jul | ₹17,030 | ₹17,030 | ₹17,030 |
| 22 Jul | ₹17,600 | ₹17,600 | ₹17,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹17,305 | ₹17,305 | ₹17,305 |
| 20 Jul | ₹17,515 | ₹15,100 | ₹17,515 |
| 16 Jul | ₹17,370 | ₹17,335 | ₹17,370 |
| 15 Jul | ₹17,545 | ₹16,905 | ₹17,545 |
| 13 Jul | ₹17,505 | ₹17,505 | ₹17,505 |
| 10 Jul | ₹17,735 | ₹17,405 | ₹17,735 |
| 08 Jul | ₹17,760 | ₹17,300 | ₹17,760 |
| 07 Jul | ₹17,795 | ₹17,730 | ₹17,795 |
| 06 Jul | ₹17,705 | ₹16,965 | ₹17,705 |
| 04 Jul | ₹17,550 | ₹17,550 | ₹17,550 |
| 02 Jul | ₹17,170 | ₹12,000 | ₹17,170 |
| 30 Jun | ₹17,330 | ₹17,110 | ₹17,330 |
| 29 Jun | ₹16,915 | ₹16,915 | ₹16,915 |
| 24 Jun | ₹16,400 | ₹16,400 | ₹16,400 |
| 20 Jun | ₹17,095 | ₹17,095 | ₹17,095 |
| 19 Jun | ₹16,930 | ₹16,930 | ₹16,930 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Nigella rate at Pohari APMC on 08 Jul 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.