In today's crop-price rundown for 12 Aug 2026, Barabanki APMC stood at the front of the pack for Mentha Oil, clocking the day's best rate at ₹1,33,572 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Mentha Oil today, setting the tone for the session.
01What Put Barabanki APMC on Top Today
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,37,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,30,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,33,572
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityMentha Oil (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Mentha Oil rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 6.7% above the period average and just 99.0% 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
Here's how Mentha Oil rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Barabanki APMC Leader | ₹1,33,572 |
| 2 Safdarganj APMC | ₹1,33,291 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹1,33,000 |
| 4 Salon APMC | ₹1,32,500 |
| 5 Mehmoodabad APMC | ₹1,29,589 |
| 6 Bangarmau APMC | ₹1,25,000 |
| 7 Rampur APMC | ₹1,22,000 |
| 8 Anwala APMC | ₹1,10,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹23,572 (21.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Mentha Oil prices at Barabanki APMC ranged between ₹1,02,000 and ₹1,31,51,911, with the average around ₹1,25,189. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹1,37,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,33,572 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,37,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,32,457 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,37,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,33,448 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,37,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,32,711 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,35,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,33,567 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,31,51,911 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹2,09,684 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,36,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,32,442 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,36,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,33,314 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,35,500 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,33,950 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,35,000 | ₹1,31,000 | ₹1,34,146 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,33,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,30,808 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,35,500 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,34,491 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,35,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,32,844 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,35,000 | ₹1,12,000 | ₹1,30,937 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,35,500 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,33,350 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,35,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,33,811 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,36,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,32,568 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,38,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,35,271 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,40,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,34,207 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,40,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,34,086 |
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
Farmers comparing Mentha Oil rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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 12 Aug 2026, Barabanki APMC set the pace for Mentha Oil. 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.