As fresh arrivals settled on 20 Aug 2026, Mustard Oil was quoted at ₹17,800 per quintal in Birbhum APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Birbhum APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,900
- Lowest Price Today₹17,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,800
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date20 Aug 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.
This puts Mustard Oil about 5.4% above the period average, and just 1.1% 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
Here's how Mustard Oil rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kasipur APMC Leader | ₹19,200 |
| 2 Durgapur APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 3 Sainthia APMC | ₹17,800 |
| 4 Birbhum APMC | ₹17,800 |
| 5 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 6 Katwa APMC | ₹13,550 |
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 ₹5,650 (41.7%), 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 ₹18,000, with the average around ₹16,895. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹17,900 | ₹17,700 | ₹17,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,800 | ₹17,900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹17,800 | ₹17,600 | ₹17,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹17,800 | ₹17,600 | ₹17,700 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Mustard Oil today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Mustard Oil was priced at this level in Birbhum APMC on 20 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.