Going by the latest APMC figures for 12 Aug 2026, Mustard Oil was quoted at ₹17,700 per quintal in Birbhum APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Birbhum APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,800
- Lowest Price Today₹17,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,700
- Reporting Mandis4
- 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.
Today's rate is about 5.6% above the period average and just 0.6% 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
The table below lines up Mustard Oil rates across the markets that reported on 12 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 Durgapur APMC Leader | ₹18,000 |
| 2 Birbhum APMC | ₹17,700 |
| 3 Sainthia APMC | ₹17,700 |
| 4 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹16,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Mustard Oil.
At ₹2,000 (12.5%), 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 Birbhum APMC ranged between ₹15,600 and ₹17,800, with the average around ₹16,761. 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 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 | ₹17,600 | ₹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 |
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
When picking where to sell Mustard Oil, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 12 Aug 2026, Mustard Oil traded at this rate in Birbhum APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.