Turning to the 21 Aug 2026 APMC board, Aurad Shahajani APMC stood at the front of the pack for Safflower, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,287 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Safflower board.
01What Put Aurad Shahajani APMC on Top Today
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,375
- Lowest Price Today₹5,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,287
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommoditySafflower (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.6% above the period average and just 4.7% 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 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Safflower prices at Aurad Shahajani APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹5,550, with the average around ₹5,255. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹5,375 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,287 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,358 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,491 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,145 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,251 | ₹5,146 | ₹5,198 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,251 | ₹5,146 | ₹5,198 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,351 | ₹5,251 | ₹5,301 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,336 | ₹5,331 | ₹5,333 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,350 | ₹5,265 | ₹5,307 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,250 | ₹5,180 | ₹5,215 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹4,851 | ₹5,075 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,051 | ₹5,225 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,390 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,245 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,150 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 07 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,150 |
| 04 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,001 | ₹5,200 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,305 | ₹5,201 | ₹5,253 |
| 02 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 01 Jul | ₹5,321 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,160 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Aug 2026, Aurad Shahajani 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.