Looking at how the yards traded on 12 Oct 2026, Sesamum(Sesame,Gingelly,Til) was quoted at ₹7,981 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Sesamum(Sesame,Gingelly,Til) Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,800
- Lowest Price Today₹7,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,981
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommoditySesamum(Sesame,Gingelly,Til) (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.
At this level, Sesamum(Sesame,Gingelly,Til) is about 29.7% below the period average, sitting just 65.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Sesamum(Sesame,Gingelly,Til) rates across active mandis for 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 DADRI APMC Leader | ₹21,325 |
| 2 Savarkundla APMC | ₹18,750 |
| 3 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹18,250 |
| 4 Varanasi APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 5 Sheopurbadod APMC | ₹16,501 |
| 6 Bhavnagar APMC | ₹16,375 |
| 7 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹16,250 |
| 8 Babra APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 9 Vankaner APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 10 Udaipur (Grain) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 11 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 12 Junagadh APMC | ₹15,900 |
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.
A spread of ₹5,425 (34.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Sesamum(Sesame,Gingelly,Til) prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹23,000, with the average around ₹11,360. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹9,800 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,981 |
| 18 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹18,300 | ₹20,650 |
| 02 Sep | ₹10,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,968 |
| 24 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹20,300 | ₹20,300 | ₹20,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹15,500 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹18,300 | ₹18,300 | ₹18,300 |
| 22 Jul | ₹10,952 | ₹10,200 | ₹10,662 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 01 Jul | ₹10,543 | ₹10,543 | ₹10,543 |
| 29 Jun | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Sesamum(Sesame,Gingelly,Til) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Sesamum(Sesame,Gingelly,Til) stood at Lucknow APMC on 12 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.