In the price report dated 12 Oct 2026, Mustard Oil was quoted at ₹18,800 per quintal in Birbhum APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Mustard Oil today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Mustard Oil Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Mustard Oil arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,900
- Lowest Price Today₹18,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,800
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityMustard Oil (Mustard Oil)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Mustard Oil about 9.0% above the period average, and just 1.1% 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
Here's how Mustard Oil rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Balarampur APMC Leader | ₹19,600 |
| 2 Purulia APMC | ₹19,200 |
| 3 Birbhum APMC | ₹18,800 |
| 4 Sainthia APMC | ₹18,660 |
| 5 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹17,467 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Mustard Oil.
A spread of ₹2,133 (12.2%) 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 ₹19,000, with the average around ₹17,253. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹18,900 | ₹18,700 | ₹18,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹18,900 | ₹18,700 | ₹18,800 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Mustard Oil well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Mustard Oil was priced at this level in Birbhum APMC on 12 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.