In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Sep 2026, Safflower was quoted at ₹4,488 per quintal in Laxmeshwar APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Laxmeshwar APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,498
- Lowest Price Today₹4,398
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,488
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommoditySafflower (Safflower)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Safflower rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Safflower is about 7.8% below the period average, sitting just 17.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Safflower rates across the markets that reported on 17 Sep 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 Talikot APMC Leader | ₹5,252 |
| 2 APMC Hubballi APMC | ₹5,101 |
| 3 Basava Kalayana APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 4 Gadag APMC | ₹4,861 |
| 5 Zaheerabad APMC | ₹4,850 |
| 6 Laxmeshwar APMC | ₹4,488 |
| 7 Ballari APMC | ₹3,709 |
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.
The ₹1,543 (41.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Safflower prices at Laxmeshwar APMC ranged between ₹1,525 and ₹5,415, with the average around ₹4,870. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹5,159 | ₹4,218 | ₹4,797 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,498 | ₹4,398 | ₹4,488 |
| 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 |
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
Farmers comparing Safflower rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Safflower rate at Laxmeshwar APMC on 17 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.