Based on what the markets reported on 16 Aug 2026, Kustagi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sunflower/Sunflower Seed, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,295 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What Put Kustagi APMC on Top Today
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,400
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,295
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommoditySunflower/Sunflower Seed (Hybrid)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Sunflower/Sunflower Seed is about 1.8% above the period average — just 1.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Sunflower/Sunflower Seed prices at Kustagi APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹8,400, with the average around ₹8,151. 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 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,295 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,125 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,150 | ₹8,150 | ₹8,150 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,100 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,341 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
| 26 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,250 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Sunflower/Sunflower Seed found its strongest bid at Kustagi APMC on 16 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.