Turning to the 18 Aug 2026 APMC board, Safflower was quoted at ₹5,145 per quintal in Aurad Shahajani APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Safflower Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,491
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,145
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommoditySafflower (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 2.1% below the period average and just 7.3% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Safflower rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Latur APMC Leader | ₹5,550 |
| 2 APMC Hubballi APMC | ₹5,278 |
| 3 Aurad Shahajani APMC | ₹5,145 |
| 4 Gadag APMC | ₹5,009 |
| 5 Kalaburagi APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Laxmeshwar APMC | ₹3,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Safflower.
The ₹2,050 (58.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Safflower prices at Aurad Shahajani APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹5,550, with the average around ₹5,256. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹5,491 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,145 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,251 | ₹5,146 | ₹5,198 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,251 | ₹5,146 | ₹5,198 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,351 | ₹5,251 | ₹5,301 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,336 | ₹5,331 | ₹5,333 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,350 | ₹5,265 | ₹5,307 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,250 | ₹5,180 | ₹5,215 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹4,851 | ₹5,075 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,051 | ₹5,225 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,390 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,245 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,150 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 07 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,150 |
| 04 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,001 | ₹5,200 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,305 | ₹5,201 | ₹5,253 |
| 02 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 01 Jul | ₹5,321 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,160 |
| 30 Jun | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 29 Jun | ₹5,301 | ₹5,151 | ₹5,226 |
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 day's best Safflower rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Safflower traded at this rate in Aurad Shahajani APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.