Looking at how the yards traded on 12 Oct 2026, Mustard Oil was quoted at ₹19,200 per quintal in Purulia APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Mustard Oil markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Mustard Oil Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹19,500
- Lowest Price Today₹18,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,200
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityMustard Oil (Mustard Oil)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Mustard Oil rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Mustard Oil is about 0.4% above the period average, sitting just 3.0% 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
The table below lines up Mustard Oil rates across the markets that reported on 12 Oct 2026, so you can see where Purulia APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Purulia APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹19,800, with the average around ₹19,120. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹19,500 | ₹18,800 | ₹19,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹19,500 | ₹18,800 | ₹19,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹19,500 | ₹18,900 | ₹19,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹19,400 | ₹18,900 | ₹19,200 |
| 20 Sep | ₹19,400 | ₹18,800 | ₹19,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹19,400 | ₹18,900 | ₹19,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹19,400 | ₹18,800 | ₹19,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹19,600 | ₹18,900 | ₹19,200 |
| 13 Sep | ₹19,500 | ₹18,900 | ₹19,200 |
| 12 Sep | ₹19,500 | ₹18,900 | ₹19,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹19,600 | ₹18,800 | ₹19,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹19,500 | ₹18,900 | ₹19,200 |
| 06 Sep | ₹19,500 | ₹18,800 | ₹19,400 |
| 02 Sep | ₹19,500 | ₹18,800 | ₹19,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹19,600 | ₹18,800 | ₹19,200 |
| 31 Aug | ₹19,500 | ₹18,800 | ₹19,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹19,300 | ₹18,800 | ₹19,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹19,800 | ₹18,900 | ₹19,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹19,400 | ₹18,820 | ₹19,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹19,250 | ₹18,800 | ₹19,000 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Mustard Oil stood at Purulia APMC on 12 Oct 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.