Quick snapshot for : Mustard Oil at West Bengal (state average) averaged ₹17,277 per quintal on July 31, 2026, ranging ₹17,118 to ₹17,460. Full trend below.
Average, High and Low — Today's Math
- Highest Price Today₹17,460 / Qtl
- Lowest Price Today₹17,118 / Qtl
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,277 / Qtl
- Quality Grade /
- Market StateWest Bengal
Looking only at the high (₹17,460) isn't enough; the real rate is the average (₹17,277), where most produce sells. Repeated bids near the top reflect market confidence.
Seasonal Context · General Guidance
Most of India is in the monsoon season right now. Heavy rain can disrupt transport and reduce mandi arrivals, which may push some commodity prices higher. For accurate local conditions, check your regional weather department updates.
Mandi-by-Mandi Comparison in West Bengal
| Mandi / Market | Modal Price (₹/Qtl) |
|---|---|
| Balarampur APMC | ₹19,500 |
| Purulia APMC | ₹19,000 |
| Birbhum APMC | ₹17,300 |
| Sainthia APMC | ₹17,200 |
| Durgapur APMC | ₹17,000 |
| Katwa APMC | ₹13,660 |
Across these markets, Mustard Oil is dearest at Balarampur APMC (₹19,500) and cheapest at Katwa APMC (₹13,660) — a spread of ₹5,840/quintal (43%). Wider gaps can mean better arbitrage for traders willing to move produce between yards.
Recent Rates — Daily Breakdown
| Date | High | Low | Average (Modal) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul 2026 | ₹17,460 | ₹17,118 | ₹17,277 |
| 30 Jul 2026 | ₹18,220 | ₹17,760 | ₹17,960 |
| 29 Jul 2026 | ₹17,719 | ₹17,380 | ₹17,550 |
| 28 Jul 2026 | ₹18,100 | ₹17,650 | ₹17,860 |
| 27 Jul 2026 | ₹17,317 | ₹16,992 | ₹17,142 |
| 26 Jul 2026 | ₹15,933 | ₹15,750 | ₹15,833 |
| 25 Jul 2026 | ₹17,000 | ₹16,800 | ₹16,900 |
| 24 Jul 2026 | ₹17,317 | ₹16,958 | ₹17,167 |
| 23 Jul 2026 | ₹18,020 | ₹17,610 | ₹17,830 |
| 22 Jul 2026 | ₹17,292 | ₹16,925 | ₹17,150 |
| 21 Jul 2026 | ₹17,360 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,180 |
| 20 Jul 2026 | ₹18,175 | ₹17,788 | ₹18,025 |
| 18 Jul 2026 | ₹15,450 | ₹14,790 | ₹15,350 |
| 17 Jul 2026 | ₹17,332 | ₹16,786 | ₹17,190 |
| 16 Jul 2026 | ₹15,380 | ₹14,765 | ₹15,293 |
| 15 Jul 2026 | ₹17,300 | ₹16,796 | ₹17,180 |
| 14 Jul 2026 | ₹17,192 | ₹16,825 | ₹17,025 |
| 13 Jul 2026 | ₹17,183 | ₹16,842 | ₹17,008 |
| 12 Jul 2026 | ₹16,600 | ₹16,400 | ₹16,500 |
| 11 Jul 2026 | ₹16,740 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,640 |
Advice for Farmers — The Right Selling Decision
Plan your selling around today's ₹17,460. If this is the highest in several weeks (the 30-day high was ₹19,600), book some profit by releasing part of the crop.
For Traders and Agents — Market Trend
From a procurement view, today's trade is healthy. A narrow gap between the average (₹17,277) and the max (₹17,460) points to a well-supplied environment. Plan large buys around weather and arrivals at other mandis.