With the 14 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Birbhum APMC stood at the front of the pack for Mustard Oil, clocking the day's best rate at ₹17,700 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Mustard Oil today, setting the tone for the session.
01What's Behind Today's Mustard Oil Price
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,800
- Lowest Price Today₹17,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,700
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date14 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.
This puts Mustard Oil about 5.3% above the period average, and just 0.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Mustard Oil rates across the markets that reported on 14 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 | ₹17,700 |
| 2 Birbhum APMC | ₹17,700 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 4 Katwa APMC | ₹13,550 |
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.
The ₹4,150 (30.6%) 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 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 ₹16,808. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | ₹17,600 | ₹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 |
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
Before carting Mustard Oil to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Birbhum APMC was the market to beat for Mustard Oil on 14 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.