Across the reporting yards on 06 Aug 2026, Mustard Oil was quoted at ₹17,500 per quintal in Birbhum APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Mustard Oil Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,600
- Lowest Price Today₹17,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,500
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityMustard Oil (Mustard Oil)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Mustard Oil about 1.7% above the period average, and just 7.9% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Mustard Oil rates across active mandis for 06 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Balarampur APMC Leader | ₹19,200 |
| 2 Purulia APMC | ₹19,200 |
| 3 Birbhum APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 4 Sainthia APMC | ₹17,400 |
| 5 Durgapur APMC | ₹17,200 |
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.
That ₹2,000 (11.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Mustard Oil fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Mustard Oil prices at Birbhum APMC ranged between ₹15,600 and ₹19,000, with the average around ₹17,201. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sep | ₹18,500 | ₹18,300 | ₹18,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹18,500 | ₹18,300 | ₹18,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹18,500 | ₹18,300 | ₹18,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹18,400 | ₹18,200 | ₹18,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹18,300 | ₹18,100 | ₹18,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,050 |
| 11 Sep | ₹18,300 | ₹18,100 | ₹18,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹18,200 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,100 |
| 09 Sep | ₹18,200 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,100 |
| 08 Sep | ₹18,200 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,100 |
| 07 Sep | ₹18,200 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,100 |
| 03 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,800 | ₹17,900 |
| 02 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,800 | ₹17,900 |
| 27 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹17,900 | ₹17,700 | ₹17,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹17,900 | ₹17,700 | ₹17,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,800 | ₹17,900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹17,800 | ₹17,600 | ₹17,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹17,800 | ₹17,600 | ₹17,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹17,800 | ₹17,600 | ₹17,700 |
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
Before carting Mustard Oil to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Birbhum APMC reported Mustard Oil at this level on 06 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.