In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Oct 2026, Sunflower/Sunflower Seed was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Lingasugur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sunflower/Sunflower Seed Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,800
- Lowest Price Today₹7,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommoditySunflower/Sunflower Seed (Sunflower)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 4.1% below the period average and just 14.8% 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
This table ranks Sunflower/Sunflower Seed rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanakagiri APMC Leader | ₹8,250 |
| 2 Kustagi APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Hungund APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 4 Lingasugur APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
The ₹750 (10.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Sunflower/Sunflower Seed prices at Lingasugur APMC ranged between ₹6,200 and ₹8,800, with the average around ₹7,819. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,150 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,800 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,550 | ₹7,550 | ₹7,550 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,750 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,650 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,950 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,700 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,650 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,850 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,750 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,150 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,700 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,050 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,100 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,900 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,100 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,100 | ₹7,650 | ₹8,060 |
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 often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Lingasugur APMC posted this Sunflower/Sunflower Seed rate on 17 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.