As the 04 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Mustard Oil was quoted at ₹17,300 per quintal in Sainthia APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Mustard Oil yards.
01What's Behind Today's Mustard Oil Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Mustard Oil arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,400
- Lowest Price Today₹17,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,300
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date04 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.
This puts Mustard Oil about 4.4% 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 04 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Balarampur APMC Leader | ₹19,200 |
| 2 Purulia APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 3 Birbhum APMC | ₹17,400 |
| 4 Sainthia APMC | ₹17,300 |
| 5 Durgapur APMC | ₹17,250 |
| 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.
A spread of ₹3,200 (20.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Mustard Oil prices at Sainthia APMC ranged between ₹15,600 and ₹17,500, with the average around ₹16,574. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹17,400 | ₹17,200 | ₹17,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹17,400 | ₹17,200 | ₹17,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹17,300 | ₹17,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹17,300 | ₹17,100 | ₹17,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹17,300 | ₹17,100 | ₹17,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹17,300 | ₹17,100 | ₹17,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹16,800 | ₹16,900 |
| 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 | ₹16,700 | ₹16,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹16,700 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,600 |
| 15 Jul | ₹16,700 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,600 |
| 14 Jul | ₹16,600 | ₹16,400 | ₹16,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹16,600 | ₹16,400 | ₹16,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹16,500 | ₹16,300 | ₹16,400 |
| 09 Jul | ₹16,500 | ₹16,300 | ₹16,400 |
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
Farmers comparing Mustard Oil rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
In a nutshell, Mustard Oil was priced at this level in Sainthia APMC on 04 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.