With the 19 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Mustard Oil was quoted at ₹17,700 per quintal in Sainthia APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Mustard Oil yards.
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₹17,800
- Lowest Price Today₹17,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,700
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date19 Aug 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.
Today's rate is about 5.1% above the period average and just 1.1% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Mustard Oil rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Durgapur APMC Leader | ₹18,000 |
| 2 Birbhum APMC | ₹17,900 |
| 3 Sainthia APMC | ₹17,700 |
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.
At ₹300 (1.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Mustard Oil matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Mustard Oil prices at Sainthia APMC ranged between ₹15,600 and ₹17,900, with the average around ₹16,834. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹17,800 | ₹17,600 | ₹17,700 |
| 18 Aug | ₹17,800 | ₹17,600 | ₹17,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹17,900 | ₹17,600 | ₹17,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹17,800 | ₹17,600 | ₹17,700 |
| 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 |
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
Farmers comparing Mustard Oil rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Sainthia APMC posted this Mustard Oil rate on 19 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.