As the 17 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Mandsaur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Poppy Seeds, clocking the day's best rate at ₹1,55,900 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Poppy Seeds Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,55,900
- Lowest Price Today₹1,11,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,55,900
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityPoppy Seeds (Khaskhas)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Poppy Seeds about 22.0% above the period average, and just 8.3% 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
This table ranks Poppy Seeds rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mandsaur APMC Leader | ₹1,55,900 |
| 2 Jaora APMC | ₹1,30,200 |
| 3 Neemuch APMC | ₹90,000 |
| 4 Barabanki APMC | ₹70,000 |
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.
That ₹85,900 (122.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Poppy Seeds fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Poppy Seeds prices at Mandsaur APMC ranged between ₹73,100 and ₹1,70,000, with the average around ₹1,27,782. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹1,55,900 | ₹1,11,100 | ₹1,55,900 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,45,600 | ₹1,45,600 | ₹1,45,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,22,100 | ₹1,20,100 | ₹1,22,100 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,45,100 | ₹1,16,800 | ₹1,45,100 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,55,000 | ₹1,26,100 | ₹1,55,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,06,921 | ₹1,03,541 | ₹1,06,921 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,15,000 | ₹1,02,200 | ₹1,15,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,23,600 | ₹1,01,100 | ₹1,23,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,16,100 | ₹1,16,100 | ₹1,16,100 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,15,300 | ₹1,08,000 | ₹1,15,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,21,100 | ₹85,000 | ₹1,21,100 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,23,700 | ₹1,23,700 | ₹1,23,700 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,11,000 | ₹1,05,200 | ₹1,11,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,26,000 | ₹91,000 | ₹1,26,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,23,000 | ₹1,05,000 | ₹1,23,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,08,900 | ₹1,08,900 | ₹1,08,900 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,58,000 | ₹1,11,300 | ₹1,58,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,28,100 | ₹1,07,100 | ₹1,28,100 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,09,600 | ₹1,03,200 | ₹1,09,600 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,10,000 | ₹1,10,000 | ₹1,10,000 |
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 Poppy Seeds 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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Mandsaur APMC was the market to beat for Poppy Seeds on 17 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.