In the mandi rate roundup for 27 Oct 2026, Sunflower/Sunflower Seed was quoted at ₹7,979 per quintal in Kottur APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sunflower/Sunflower Seed Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,600
- Lowest Price Today₹6,240
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,979
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Oct 2026
- CommoditySunflower/Sunflower Seed (Hybrid)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Sunflower/Sunflower Seed rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Sunflower/Sunflower Seed about 3.4% above the period average, and just 35.1% 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 27 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kottur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Baramati APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Sindhanur APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 3 Lingasugur APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 4 Kustagi APMC | ₹8,150 |
| 5 Talikot APMC | ₹8,071 |
| 6 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Bagalkot APMC | ₹7,992 |
| 8 Gadag APMC | ₹7,985 |
| 9 Kottur APMC | ₹7,979 |
| 10 Manvi APMC | ₹7,790 |
| 11 Vijayapura APMC | ₹7,741 |
| 12 APMC Karmala APMC | ₹7,700 |
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 ₹800 (10.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Sunflower/Sunflower Seed prices at Kottur APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹12,303, with the average around ₹7,717. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Oct | ₹10,600 | ₹6,240 | ₹7,979 |
| 23 Oct | ₹10,207 | ₹6,839 | ₹7,644 |
| 19 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹6,609 | ₹7,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,930 | ₹4,500 | ₹7,495 |
| 22 Sep | ₹11,551 | ₹4,100 | ₹7,161 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,380 | ₹5,069 | ₹7,257 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,110 | ₹3,000 | ₹7,489 |
| 11 Sep | ₹11,700 | ₹3,100 | ₹7,238 |
| 08 Sep | ₹11,725 | ₹5,600 | ₹7,561 |
| 04 Sep | ₹11,570 | ₹3,100 | ₹7,817 |
| 01 Sep | ₹10,623 | ₹6,309 | ₹7,739 |
| 28 Aug | ₹12,303 | ₹6,469 | ₹8,004 |
| 25 Aug | ₹11,556 | ₹6,465 | ₹7,868 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,990 | ₹5,560 | ₹7,863 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,159 | ₹7,159 | ₹7,243 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,959 | ₹6,769 | ₹7,894 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,389 | ₹7,311 | ₹8,698 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,229 | ₹6,339 | ₹8,398 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,359 | ₹8,359 | ₹8,359 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kottur APMC reported Sunflower/Sunflower Seed at this level on 27 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.