Turning to the 18 Oct 2026 APMC board, Barabanki APMC stood at the front of the pack for Mentha Oil, clocking the day's best rate at ₹1,40,603 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What Put Barabanki APMC on Top Today
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,42,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,40,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,40,603
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityMentha Oil (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Mentha Oil rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 3.3% above the period average and just 98.9% 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.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Mentha Oil prices at Barabanki APMC ranged between ₹1,02,000 and ₹1,31,51,911, with the average around ₹1,36,141. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹1,42,000 | ₹1,40,000 | ₹1,40,603 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,42,000 | ₹1,36,500 | ₹1,37,885 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,38,000 | ₹1,35,000 | ₹1,36,698 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,42,000 | ₹1,35,000 | ₹1,36,762 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,40,000 | ₹1,35,000 | ₹1,37,259 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,39,500 | ₹1,37,000 | ₹1,38,957 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,42,000 | ₹1,37,000 | ₹1,38,946 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,38,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,32,926 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,38,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,34,506 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,38,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,31,994 |
| 21 Sep | ₹13,00,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,45,966 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,34,500 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,32,006 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,38,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,36,739 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,38,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,32,032 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,40,000 | ₹1,30,500 | ₹1,76,980 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,40,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,56,934 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,40,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,47,113 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,40,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,68,490 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,38,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,34,087 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,37,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,32,149 |
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 Mentha Oil 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 often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 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.