With the 12 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Mentha Oil was quoted at ₹1,35,987 per quintal in Safdarganj APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Mentha Oil Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,38,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,29,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,35,987
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityMentha Oil (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 5.4% above the period average and just 2.9% 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.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Mentha Oil rates across the markets that reported on 12 Oct 2026, so you can see where Safdarganj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Badayoun APMC Leader | ₹3,13,895 |
| 2 Barabanki APMC | ₹1,38,946 |
| 3 Mehmoodabad APMC | ₹1,36,000 |
| 4 Safdarganj APMC | ₹1,35,987 |
| 5 Bahraich APMC | ₹1,30,000 |
| 6 Sandila APMC | ₹1,30,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Mentha Oil.
A spread of ₹1,83,895 (141.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Mentha Oil prices at Safdarganj APMC ranged between ₹1,01,000 and ₹1,40,000, with the average around ₹1,28,972. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹1,38,000 | ₹1,29,500 | ₹1,35,987 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,35,000 | ₹1,29,500 | ₹1,34,025 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,38,000 | ₹1,29,500 | ₹1,34,220 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,35,000 | ₹1,29,500 | ₹1,33,981 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,35,000 | ₹1,29,500 | ₹1,34,560 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,38,000 | ₹1,29,500 | ₹1,33,745 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,34,500 | ₹1,29,500 | ₹1,30,966 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,38,000 | ₹1,29,500 | ₹1,32,233 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,35,000 | ₹1,29,500 | ₹1,32,801 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,38,000 | ₹1,29,500 | ₹1,31,980 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,35,000 | ₹1,29,500 | ₹1,31,135 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,38,000 | ₹1,29,500 | ₹1,32,678 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,32,000 | ₹1,29,500 | ₹1,30,155 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,38,000 | ₹1,38,000 | ₹1,38,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,34,300 | ₹1,32,000 | ₹1,33,168 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,38,000 | ₹1,29,500 | ₹1,33,534 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,32,000 | ₹1,32,000 | ₹1,32,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,38,000 | ₹1,29,500 | ₹1,33,646 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,35,000 | ₹1,29,500 | ₹1,32,940 |
| 06 Sep | ₹1,29,500 | ₹1,29,500 | ₹1,29,500 |
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
The headline Mentha Oil rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 12 Oct 2026, Mentha Oil traded at this rate in Safdarganj APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.