Reading today's price tape for 31 Aug 2026, Pohari APMC stood at the front of the pack for Nigella, clocking the day's best rate at ₹18,020 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Nigella today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Nigella Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,020
- Lowest Price Today₹17,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,020
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityNigella (Kalonji)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Nigella is about 3.8% above the period average, sitting just 2.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Nigella prices at Pohari APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹18,390, with the average around ₹17,356. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹18,020 | ₹17,500 | ₹18,020 |
| 19 Aug | ₹17,105 | ₹17,105 | ₹17,105 |
| 17 Aug | ₹16,795 | ₹16,795 | ₹16,795 |
| 13 Aug | ₹18,130 | ₹18,130 | ₹18,130 |
| 10 Aug | ₹17,940 | ₹17,940 | ₹17,940 |
| 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 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Pohari APMC led Nigella on 31 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.