Turning to the 13 Aug 2026 APMC board, Ballari APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sunflower/Sunflower Seed, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,238 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sunflower/Sunflower Seed Rate
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,609
- Lowest Price Today₹7,261
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,238
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommoditySunflower/Sunflower Seed (Sunflower)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 6.6% above the period average and just 4.6% 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 Sunflower/Sunflower Seed rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ballari APMC Leader | ₹8,238 |
| 2 Kustagi APMC | ₹8,125 |
| 3 Sindhanur APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 4 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 5 Gundlupet APMC | ₹7,500 |
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 ₹738 (9.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Sunflower/Sunflower Seed prices at Ballari APMC ranged between ₹6,269 and ₹8,639, with the average around ₹7,726. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹8,609 | ₹7,261 | ₹8,238 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,360 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,990 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,639 | ₹7,059 | ₹8,135 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,619 | ₹6,869 | ₹8,374 |
| 16 Jul | ₹8,268 | ₹6,369 | ₹7,899 |
| 13 Jul | ₹8,109 | ₹8,029 | ₹8,063 |
| 09 Jul | ₹8,053 | ₹6,269 | ₹7,676 |
| 07 Jul | ₹8,009 | ₹7,609 | ₹7,705 |
| 04 Jul | ₹7,441 | ₹7,361 | ₹7,421 |
| 02 Jul | ₹7,389 | ₹7,389 | ₹7,389 |
| 18 Jun | ₹6,739 | ₹6,739 | ₹6,739 |
| 16 Jun | ₹7,085 | ₹7,085 | ₹7,085 |
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
The day's best Sunflower/Sunflower Seed rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 13 Aug 2026, Ballari 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.