Reading today's price tape for 25 Aug 2026, Safflower was quoted at ₹5,011 per quintal in Basava Kalayana APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Safflower markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Safflower Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,011
- Lowest Price Today₹5,011
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,011
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommoditySafflower (Safflower)
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.
Right now Safflower is about 1.2% above the period average — just 24.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Safflower rates stacked up across reporting markets on 25 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Latur APMC Leader | ₹5,550 |
| 2 Agriculture Produce Market Committee Umarga APMC | ₹5,210 |
| 3 Aurad Shahajani APMC | ₹5,150 |
| 4 APMC Hubballi APMC | ₹5,110 |
| 5 Basava Kalayana APMC | ₹5,011 |
| 6 Kalaburagi APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Laxmeshwar APMC | ₹4,571 |
| 8 Murum APMC | ₹4,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Safflower.
At ₹1,550 (38.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Safflower matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Safflower prices at Basava Kalayana APMC ranged between ₹3,900 and ₹6,600, with the average around ₹4,952. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹5,011 | ₹5,011 | ₹5,011 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,250 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹5,150 | ₹5,150 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,250 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,811 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,350 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,280 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,250 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,050 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹3,900 | ₹5,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,130 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,421 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,050 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,130 | ₹4,891 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,320 | ₹5,320 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Basava Kalayana APMC logged this Safflower rate on 25 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.