As the 16 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Kurnool APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sunflower/Sunflower Seed, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,139 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sunflower/Sunflower Seed Rate
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,150
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,139
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommoditySunflower/Sunflower Seed (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Sunflower/Sunflower Seed rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 25.1% above the period average and just 0.1% 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
The table below lines up Sunflower/Sunflower Seed rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kurnool APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kurnool APMC Leader | ₹8,139 |
| 2 Lingasugur APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Kottur APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 4 Sindhanur APMC | ₹7,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Sunflower/Sunflower Seed.
A spread of ₹939 (13.0%) 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, Sunflower/Sunflower Seed prices at Kurnool APMC ranged between ₹1,209 and ₹8,150, with the average around ₹6,507. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹8,150 | ₹3,000 | ₹8,139 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,129 | ₹3,070 | ₹8,069 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,051 | ₹5,019 | ₹7,051 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,359 | ₹6,269 | ₹6,269 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,379 | ₹7,019 | ₹7,219 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,542 | ₹6,069 | ₹7,542 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,569 | ₹7,369 | ₹7,569 |
| 28 Aug | ₹7,660 | ₹7,660 | ₹7,660 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,509 | ₹4,109 | ₹7,509 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,669 | ₹6,669 | ₹6,669 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,419 | ₹6,269 | ₹6,419 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,209 | ₹6,209 | ₹6,209 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,619 | ₹3,619 | ₹3,619 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,509 | ₹3,509 | ₹3,509 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,809 | ₹1,209 | ₹3,509 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,509 | ₹5,509 | ₹5,509 |
| 10 Jul | ₹7,409 | ₹6,989 | ₹7,409 |
| 07 Jul | ₹7,029 | ₹1,209 | ₹6,289 |
| 03 Jul | ₹6,069 | ₹6,069 | ₹6,069 |
| 30 Jun | ₹7,369 | ₹5,519 | ₹6,869 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Sunflower/Sunflower Seed, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Oct 2026, Kurnool APMC set the pace for Sunflower/Sunflower Seed. 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.