With the 24 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Safflower was quoted at ₹6,400 per quintal in APMC Aurad Shahajani APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Safflower Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,800
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,400
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommoditySafflower (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 9.0% above 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 24 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Basava Kalayana APMC Leader | ₹6,600 |
| 2 APMC Latur APMC | ₹6,440 |
| 3 Gadag APMC | ₹6,416 |
| 4 APMC Aurad Shahajani APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 APMC Hubballi APMC | ₹5,988 |
| 6 Laxmeshwar APMC | ₹5,670 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Safflower.
The ₹930 (16.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Safflower prices at APMC Aurad Shahajani APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹6,901, with the average around ₹5,874. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹6,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,400 |
| 23 Oct | ₹6,401 | ₹6,401 | ₹6,401 |
| 22 Oct | ₹6,901 | ₹6,660 | ₹6,780 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,001 | ₹6,001 | ₹6,001 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,445 | ₹6,401 | ₹6,425 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,550 | ₹5,051 | ₹5,300 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,050 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,380 | ₹5,191 | ₹5,285 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,371 | ₹5,371 | ₹5,371 |
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 Safflower 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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 24 Oct 2026, Safflower traded at this rate in APMC 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.