In the mandi rate roundup for 31 Aug 2026, Kanakagiri APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sunflower/Sunflower Seed, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,300 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Sunflower/Sunflower Seed.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sunflower/Sunflower Seed Rate
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,300
- Lowest Price Today₹8,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,300
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommoditySunflower/Sunflower Seed (Sunflower)
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 Sunflower/Sunflower Seed about 0.5% above the period average, and just 2.9% 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
The table below lines up Sunflower/Sunflower Seed rates across the markets that reported on 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kanakagiri APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanakagiri APMC Leader | ₹8,300 |
| 2 Manvi APMC | ₹8,172 |
| 3 Lingasugur APMC | ₹8,050 |
| 4 Kustagi APMC | ₹8,038 |
| 5 Sindhanur APMC | ₹8,000 |
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 ₹300 (3.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Sunflower/Sunflower Seed matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Sunflower/Sunflower Seed prices at Kanakagiri APMC ranged between ₹7,880 and ₹8,550, with the average around ₹8,255. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,350 | ₹8,350 | ₹8,350 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,550 | ₹8,550 | ₹8,550 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,880 | ₹7,880 | ₹7,880 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,475 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,450 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,450 | ₹8,450 | ₹8,450 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,100 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
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 Sunflower/Sunflower Seed yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kanakagiri APMC was the market to beat for Sunflower/Sunflower Seed on 31 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.