With the 16 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Safflower was quoted at ₹4,469 per quintal in Laxmeshwar APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Safflower Rate
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₹4,819
- Lowest Price Today₹4,008
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,469
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommoditySafflower (Safflower)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 8.5% below the period average and just 17.5% 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 16 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Latur APMC Leader | ₹5,600 |
| 2 Basava Kalayana APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Laxmeshwar APMC | ₹4,469 |
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 ₹1,131 (25.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Safflower fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Safflower prices at Laxmeshwar APMC ranged between ₹1,525 and ₹5,415, with the average around ₹4,885. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹4,819 | ₹4,008 | ₹4,469 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,099 | ₹2,025 | ₹4,548 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,289 | ₹1,525 | ₹4,315 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,919 | ₹4,598 | ₹4,628 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,149 | ₹5,080 | ₹5,093 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,159 | ₹4,899 | ₹5,122 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,179 | ₹4,920 | ₹5,074 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,286 | ₹5,151 | ₹5,163 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,169 | ₹5,149 | ₹5,159 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,079 | ₹5,079 | ₹5,079 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,159 | ₹4,825 | ₹4,897 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,211 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,097 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,179 | ₹3,839 | ₹4,841 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,889 | ₹4,299 | ₹4,571 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹2,560 | ₹4,694 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,150 | ₹5,168 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Safflower, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at 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
Net-net, Laxmeshwar APMC posted this Safflower rate on 16 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.