Reading today's price tape for 11 Aug 2026, Birbhum APMC stood at the front of the pack for Mustard Oil, clocking the day's best rate at ₹17,600 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Mustard Oil leader.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Mustard Oil Rate
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,700
- Lowest Price Today₹17,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,600
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date11 Aug 2026
- CommodityMustard Oil (Mustard Oil)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Mustard Oil is about 5.2% above the period average, sitting just 0.6% 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 11 Aug 2026, so you can see where Birbhum APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sainthia APMC Leader | ₹17,600 |
| 2 Birbhum APMC | ₹17,600 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹16,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹1,600 (10.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Mustard Oil prices at Birbhum APMC ranged between ₹15,600 and ₹17,700, with the average around ₹16,735. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | ₹17,600 | ₹17,400 | ₹17,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹17,300 | ₹17,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹17,300 | ₹17,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹17,300 | ₹17,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹17,400 | ₹17,200 | ₹17,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹17,300 | ₹17,100 | ₹17,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹17,300 | ₹17,100 | ₹17,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹17,300 | ₹17,100 | ₹17,200 |
| 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 | ₹16,800 | ₹16,900 |
| 20 Jul | ₹16,900 | ₹16,700 | ₹16,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹16,800 | ₹16,600 | ₹16,700 |
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
To sum up, Birbhum APMC led Mustard Oil on 11 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.