As the 18 Sep 2026 session wrapped up, Talikot APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sunflower/Sunflower Seed, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,682 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
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,730
- Lowest Price Today₹7,636
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,682
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommoditySunflower/Sunflower Seed (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 2.8% above the period average and just 0.6% 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
The table below lines up Sunflower/Sunflower Seed rates across the markets that reported on 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Talikot APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Talikot APMC Leader | ₹7,682 |
| 2 Lingasugur APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Raichur APMC | ₹7,322 |
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.
The ₹360 (4.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Sunflower/Sunflower Seed prices at Talikot APMC ranged between ₹7,100 and ₹7,730, with the average around ₹7,471. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹7,730 | ₹7,636 | ₹7,682 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,712 | ₹7,445 | ₹7,655 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,610 | ₹7,520 | ₹7,570 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,209 | ₹7,209 | ₹7,209 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,626 | ₹7,602 | ₹7,608 |
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
Going to the top Sunflower/Sunflower Seed market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
Bottom line: on 18 Sep 2026, Talikot 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.