Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Sesamum(Sesame,Gingelly,Til) was quoted at ₹11,515 per quintal in Botad APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sesamum(Sesame,Gingelly,Til) Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,325
- Lowest Price Today₹10,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,515
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommoditySesamum(Sesame,Gingelly,Til) (Black)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 10.1% below the period average and just 41.7% 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 Sesamum(Sesame,Gingelly,Til) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹20,300 |
| 2 Visavadar APMC | ₹16,615 |
| 3 Mumbai APMC | ₹15,250 |
| 4 Kalyan APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹12,200 |
| 6 Unjha APMC | ₹12,130 |
| 7 Junagadh APMC | ₹12,100 |
| 8 Bhainsa APMC | ₹11,819 |
| 9 Mahuva(Station Road) APMC | ₹11,750 |
| 10 Savarkundla APMC | ₹11,750 |
| 11 Rajkot APMC | ₹11,675 |
| 12 Karanja APMC | ₹11,595 |
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.
At ₹8,705 (75.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Sesamum(Sesame,Gingelly,Til) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Sesamum(Sesame,Gingelly,Til) prices at Botad APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹19,750, with the average around ₹12,809. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹12,325 | ₹10,700 | ₹11,515 |
| 14 Aug | ₹17,225 | ₹10,275 | ₹13,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹17,750 | ₹11,200 | ₹14,525 |
| 12 Aug | ₹17,350 | ₹13,500 | ₹15,475 |
| 11 Aug | ₹18,250 | ₹10,750 | ₹14,550 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,600 | ₹10,875 | ₹11,790 |
| 08 Aug | ₹12,600 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹18,150 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,125 |
| 06 Aug | ₹12,750 | ₹10,975 | ₹11,915 |
| 04 Aug | ₹12,400 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹19,525 | ₹11,250 | ₹15,390 |
| 30 Jul | ₹12,250 | ₹10,700 | ₹11,525 |
| 28 Jul | ₹19,225 | ₹9,500 | ₹14,370 |
| 25 Jul | ₹11,350 | ₹11,350 | ₹11,350 |
| 24 Jul | ₹10,750 | ₹10,250 | ₹10,550 |
| 23 Jul | ₹18,800 | ₹8,700 | ₹13,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹12,850 | ₹9,250 | ₹11,100 |
| 21 Jul | ₹12,525 | ₹11,275 | ₹11,950 |
| 20 Jul | ₹12,150 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,125 |
| 17 Jul | ₹18,250 | ₹13,550 | ₹15,950 |
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 Sesamum(Sesame,Gingelly,Til), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Sesamum(Sesame,Gingelly,Til) traded at this rate in Botad APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.