In the price report dated 17 Aug 2026, Mustard Oil was quoted at ₹16,000 per quintal in Fancy Bazaar APMC. This is one of several Mustard Oil rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Mustard Oil Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,333
- Lowest Price Today₹15,467
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,000
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityMustard Oil (Mustard Oil)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 6.0% below the period average and just 15.8% 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
This table ranks Mustard Oil rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Balarampur APMC Leader | ₹19,600 |
| 2 Purulia APMC | ₹19,200 |
| 3 Durgapur APMC | ₹17,850 |
| 4 Sainthia APMC | ₹17,800 |
| 5 Birbhum APMC | ₹17,700 |
| 6 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹16,000 |
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.
That ₹3,600 (22.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Mustard Oil fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Mustard Oil prices at Fancy Bazaar APMC ranged between ₹15,467 and ₹19,000, with the average around ₹17,013. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Nov | ₹19,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,667 |
| 06 Nov | ₹19,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,667 |
| 05 Nov | ₹19,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,667 |
| 04 Nov | ₹19,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,667 |
| 03 Nov | ₹19,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,667 |
| 02 Nov | ₹19,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,667 |
| 31 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,667 |
| 30 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,667 |
| 29 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,667 |
| 28 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,667 |
| 27 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,667 |
| 26 Oct | ₹18,667 | ₹16,667 | ₹17,333 |
| 24 Oct | ₹18,667 | ₹16,667 | ₹17,333 |
| 23 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,667 |
| 22 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,667 |
| 21 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,667 |
| 20 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,667 |
| 19 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,667 |
| 17 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,667 |
| 16 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,667 |
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
Net-net, Fancy Bazaar APMC posted this Mustard Oil rate on 17 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.