Pulling together the 12 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Mustard Oil was quoted at ₹17,700 per quintal in Sainthia APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Mustard Oil today.
01What Put Sainthia APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,800
- Lowest Price Today₹17,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,700
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date12 Aug 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.
Right now Mustard Oil is about 5.7% above the period average — just 0.6% 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
This table ranks Mustard Oil rates across active mandis for 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Balarampur APMC Leader | ₹19,500 |
| 2 Purulia APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 3 Durgapur APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 4 Birbhum APMC | ₹17,700 |
| 5 Sainthia APMC | ₹17,700 |
| 6 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 7 Katwa APMC | ₹13,500 |
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 ₹6,000 (44.4%) 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 Sainthia APMC ranged between ₹15,600 and ₹17,800, with the average around ₹16,738. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹17,800 | ₹17,600 | ₹17,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹17,800 | ₹17,600 | ₹17,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹17,700 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹17,700 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,600 |
| 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 |
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 often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Sainthia APMC logged this Mustard Oil rate on 12 Aug 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.