Turning to the 21 Aug 2026 APMC board, Safflower was quoted at ₹5,104 per quintal in Laxmeshwar APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Laxmeshwar APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Safflower arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,415
- Lowest Price Today₹3,615
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,104
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date21 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.
This puts Safflower about 4.2% above the period average, and just 5.7% 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
The table below lines up Safflower rates across the markets that reported on 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Laxmeshwar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aurad Shahajani APMC Leader | ₹5,287 |
| 2 Ballari APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 3 Basava Kalayana APMC | ₹5,150 |
| 4 Gadag APMC | ₹5,120 |
| 5 Laxmeshwar APMC | ₹5,104 |
| 6 Kalaburagi APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 7 Zaheerabad APMC | ₹5,009 |
| 8 Vijayapura APMC | ₹4,788 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹499 (10.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Safflower fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Safflower prices at Laxmeshwar APMC ranged between ₹2,025 and ₹5,415, with the average around ₹4,900. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹5,415 | ₹3,615 | ₹5,104 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,019 | ₹4,459 | ₹4,739 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,159 | ₹5,019 | ₹5,089 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,311 | ₹5,199 | ₹5,278 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,325 | ₹5,239 | ₹5,249 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,259 | ₹5,239 | ₹5,249 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,339 | ₹3,615 | ₹5,199 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,359 | ₹4,015 | ₹5,066 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,289 | ₹5,249 | ₹5,260 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,315 | ₹5,221 | ₹5,296 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,230 | ₹5,230 | ₹5,230 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,353 | ₹2,115 | ₹2,916 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,222 | ₹2,025 | ₹4,804 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,275 | ₹5,180 | ₹5,268 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,270 | ₹4,969 | ₹5,146 |
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
Before carting Safflower to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
The takeaway: Laxmeshwar APMC reported Safflower at this level on 21 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.