In the latest market update for 20 Jul 2026, Mustard Oil was quoted at ₹16,800 per quintal in Birbhum APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Mustard Oil Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,900
- Lowest Price Today₹16,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,800
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date20 Jul 2026
- CommodityMustard Oil (Mustard Oil)
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 Mustard Oil is about 0.8% above the period average — just 4.5% 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
Here's how Mustard Oil rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Balarampur APMC Leader | ₹19,500 |
| 2 Purulia APMC | ₹19,200 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹17,333 |
| 4 Birbhum APMC | ₹16,800 |
| 5 Sainthia APMC | ₹16,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹2,900 (17.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Mustard Oil prices at Birbhum APMC ranged between ₹15,600 and ₹17,600, with the average around ₹16,662. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Aug | ₹17,600 | ₹17,400 | ₹17,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹17,300 | ₹17,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹17,300 | ₹17,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹17,300 | ₹17,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹17,400 | ₹17,200 | ₹17,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹17,300 | ₹17,100 | ₹17,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹17,300 | ₹17,100 | ₹17,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹17,300 | ₹17,100 | ₹17,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹16,800 | ₹16,900 |
| 26 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹16,800 | ₹16,900 |
| 25 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹16,800 | ₹16,900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹16,800 | ₹16,900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹16,800 | ₹16,900 |
| 22 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹16,800 | ₹16,900 |
| 21 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹16,800 | ₹16,900 |
| 20 Jul | ₹16,900 | ₹16,700 | ₹16,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹16,800 | ₹16,600 | ₹16,700 |
| 15 Jul | ₹16,700 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,600 |
| 14 Jul | ₹16,700 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,600 |
| 13 Jul | ₹16,700 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,600 |
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 Mustard 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
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
To wrap up, Birbhum APMC logged this Mustard Oil rate on 20 Jul 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.