Reading today's price tape for 18 Aug 2026, Konch APMC stood at the front of the pack for Mentha Oil, clocking the day's best rate at ₹1,33,469 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What's Behind Today's Mentha Oil Price
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,37,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,26,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,33,469
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMentha Oil (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Mentha Oil is about 8.8% above the period average, sitting just 2.6% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Mentha Oil rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Konch APMC Leader | ₹1,33,469 |
| 2 Bareilly APMC | ₹1,33,000 |
| 3 Tanda Akbarpur APMC | ₹1,32,500 |
| 4 Salon APMC | ₹1,32,500 |
| 5 Barabanki APMC | ₹1,31,454 |
| 6 Safdarganj APMC | ₹1,30,533 |
| 7 Mehmoodabad APMC | ₹1,30,060 |
| 8 Rampur APMC | ₹1,22,056 |
| 9 Sambhal APMC | ₹1,05,200 |
| 10 Akbarpur APMC | ₹1,00,000 |
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.
The ₹33,469 (33.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Mentha Oil prices at Konch APMC ranged between ₹1,06,000 and ₹1,37,000, with the average around ₹1,22,683. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹1,37,000 | ₹1,26,000 | ₹1,33,469 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,30,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,33,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,32,416 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,30,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,35,000 | ₹1,35,000 | ₹1,35,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,35,000 | ₹1,35,000 | ₹1,35,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,25,000 | ₹1,25,000 | ₹1,25,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹1,25,000 | ₹1,25,000 | ₹1,25,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹1,20,000 | ₹1,20,000 | ₹1,20,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹1,10,000 | ₹1,10,000 | ₹1,10,000 |
| 22 Jun | ₹1,06,000 | ₹1,06,000 | ₹1,06,000 |
| 19 Jun | ₹1,06,000 | ₹1,06,000 | ₹1,06,000 |
| 18 Jun | ₹1,07,000 | ₹1,07,000 | ₹1,07,000 |
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
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Konch APMC led Mentha Oil on 18 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.