As the 20 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, APMC Latur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Safflower, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,500 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Safflower leader.
01What's Behind Today's Safflower Price
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,648
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommoditySafflower (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Safflower about 1.8% above the period average, and just 3.5% 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 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Latur APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Aurad Shahajani APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 3 Basava Kalayana APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Laxmeshwar APMC | ₹4,739 |
| 5 Murum APMC | ₹4,400 |
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 ₹1,100 (25.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Safflower matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Safflower prices at APMC Latur APMC ranged between ₹3,900 and ₹5,700, with the average around ₹5,403. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹5,648 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,250 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,650 | ₹4,200 | ₹5,550 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,610 | ₹4,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,650 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹3,900 | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,015 | ₹5,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,680 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹5,400 |
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
Selling Safflower well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
The takeaway: APMC Latur APMC was the market to beat for Safflower on 20 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.