In today's crop-price rundown for 31 Aug 2026, APMC Hubballi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Safflower, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,786 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What's Behind Today's Safflower Price
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,899
- Lowest Price Today₹5,036
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,786
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommoditySafflower (Safflower)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Safflower rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Safflower about 9.1% above the period average, and just 1.9% 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
Here's how Safflower rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Hubballi APMC Leader | ₹5,786 |
| 2 APMC Latur APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 3 Talikot APMC | ₹5,351 |
| 4 Zaheerabad APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 5 Hungund APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 6 Aurad Shahajani APMC | ₹5,215 |
| 7 Gadag APMC | ₹5,027 |
| 8 Laxmeshwar APMC | ₹4,897 |
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.
A spread of ₹889 (18.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Safflower prices at APMC Hubballi APMC ranged between ₹4,509 and ₹5,899, with the average around ₹5,303. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹5,899 | ₹5,036 | ₹5,786 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,289 | ₹4,509 | ₹5,237 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,322 | ₹5,322 | ₹5,322 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,271 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,110 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,381 | ₹5,331 | ₹5,362 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,381 | ₹5,019 | ₹5,278 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,381 | ₹5,019 | ₹5,278 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,377 | ₹4,811 | ₹5,320 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,912 | ₹4,912 | ₹4,912 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,426 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,395 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,393 | ₹5,355 | ₹5,388 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,351 | ₹5,350 | ₹5,351 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,311 | ₹4,909 | ₹5,282 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,251 | ₹5,211 | ₹5,249 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,278 | ₹5,221 | ₹5,273 |
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
Selling Safflower well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: APMC Hubballi APMC was the market to beat for Safflower on 31 Aug 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.