In the mandi rate roundup for 13 Oct 2026, Safflower was quoted at ₹5,100 per quintal in Kalaburagi APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Safflower Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,100
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommoditySafflower (Safflower)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Safflower about 2.2% above the period average, and just 8.9% 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 13 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Basava Kalayana APMC Leader | ₹5,400 |
| 2 Kalaburagi APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 3 Sindhanur APMC | ₹3,357 |
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.
At ₹2,043 (60.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Safflower matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Safflower prices at Kalaburagi APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹4,988. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,825 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹4,450 | ₹5,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,351 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,850 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,850 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,150 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,550 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,350 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,350 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,850 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,550 | ₹5,025 | ₹5,250 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,325 | ₹4,400 | ₹5,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,255 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,250 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,300 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,100 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,350 | ₹4,155 | ₹4,850 |
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
Going to the top Safflower market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
The takeaway: Kalaburagi APMC reported Safflower at this level on 13 Oct 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.