Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Sep 2026, Talikot APMC stood at the front of the pack for Safflower, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,252 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What Put Talikot APMC on Top Today
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,301
- Lowest Price Today₹5,226
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,252
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommoditySafflower (Safflower)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Here's where today's Safflower rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 1.4% below the period average and just 2.3% 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 17 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Safflower.
At ₹1,543 (41.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Safflower matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Safflower prices at Talikot APMC ranged between ₹5,225 and ₹5,375, with the average around ₹5,328. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | ₹5,301 | ₹5,226 | ₹5,252 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,331 | ₹5,311 | ₹5,319 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,351 | ₹5,351 | ₹5,351 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,355 | ₹5,355 | ₹5,355 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,375 | ₹5,225 | ₹5,324 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,375 | ₹5,355 | ₹5,369 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Sep 2026, Talikot APMC set the pace for Safflower. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.