Looking at how the yards traded on 21 Jul 2026, Mustard Oil was quoted at ₹16,800 per quintal in Sainthia APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Mustard Oil markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Mustard Oil Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,000
- Lowest Price Today₹16,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,800
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date21 Jul 2026
- CommodityMustard Oil (Mustard Oil)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Mustard Oil rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Mustard Oil is about 1.0% above the period average, sitting just 4.5% 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
This table ranks Mustard Oil rates across active mandis for 21 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Balarampur APMC Leader | ₹19,300 |
| 2 Purulia APMC | ₹19,200 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹17,467 |
| 4 Birbhum APMC | ₹16,900 |
| 5 Sainthia APMC | ₹16,800 |
| 6 Katwa APMC | ₹13,700 |
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.
A spread of ₹5,600 (40.9%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Mustard Oil prices at Sainthia APMC ranged between ₹15,600 and ₹17,600, with the average around ₹16,627. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Aug | ₹17,600 | ₹17,400 | ₹17,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹17,300 | ₹17,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹17,400 | ₹17,200 | ₹17,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹17,400 | ₹17,200 | ₹17,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹17,300 | ₹17,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹17,300 | ₹17,100 | ₹17,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹17,300 | ₹17,100 | ₹17,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹17,300 | ₹17,100 | ₹17,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹16,800 | ₹16,900 |
| 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 | ₹16,700 | ₹16,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹16,700 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,600 |
| 15 Jul | ₹16,700 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,600 |
| 14 Jul | ₹16,600 | ₹16,400 | ₹16,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹16,600 | ₹16,400 | ₹16,500 |
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
The headline Mustard Oil rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
All told, this is where Mustard Oil stood at Sainthia APMC on 21 Jul 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.