Reading today's price tape for 16 Oct 2026, Safdarganj APMC stood at the front of the pack for Mentha Oil, clocking the day's best rate at ₹1,39,955 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Mentha Oil today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Mentha Oil Rate
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,42,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,35,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,39,955
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityMentha Oil (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Mentha Oil is about 7.6% above the period average — just 1.4% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Mentha Oil rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Safdarganj APMC Leader | ₹1,39,955 |
| 2 Barabanki APMC | ₹1,37,546 |
| 3 Madhoganj APMC | ₹1,30,000 |
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.
At ₹9,955 (7.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Mentha Oil matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Mentha Oil prices at Safdarganj APMC ranged between ₹1,01,000 and ₹1,42,000, with the average around ₹1,30,033. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹1,42,000 | ₹1,35,000 | ₹1,39,955 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,29,500 | ₹1,29,620 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,38,000 | ₹1,29,500 | ₹1,37,207 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Mentha Oil today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Mentha Oil found its strongest bid at Safdarganj APMC on 16 Oct 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.