Soybean Prices Fluctuate: Quality Drives Rates Amidst Farmer Pressure

• Soybean prices saw fluctuations across Maharashtra on December 18, 2025, with no significant surge despite increased arrivals.
• Farmers face selling pressure; traders selectively purchase based on quality, stabilizing prices at an average level.
• Amravati market recorded 4,674 quintals arrival, with an average price of ₹4,125 per quintal.
• Nagpur market saw an average price of ₹4,272, with good demand for oil extraction quality, but low-grade produce struggled.
• Kinwat (Nanded) reported elevated average prices of ₹4,350 due to low arrivals and strong demand for quality yellow-grade soybeans.

Why It Matters: Soybean prices are stable but volatile; quality is paramount for farmers to secure better rates.