In the day's wholesale-price digest for 15 Oct 2026, Mustard Oil was quoted at ₹18,500 per quintal in Durgapur APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Mustard Oil Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹19,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,500
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityMustard Oil (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Mustard Oil rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Mustard Oil is about 6.4% above the period average, sitting just 2.6% 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
This table ranks Mustard Oil rates across active mandis for 15 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Balarampur APMC Leader | ₹19,600 |
| 2 Purulia APMC | ₹19,200 |
| 3 Birbhum APMC | ₹18,750 |
| 4 Durgapur APMC | ₹18,500 |
| 5 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹17,667 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Mustard Oil.
A spread of ₹1,933 (10.9%) 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 Durgapur APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹19,000, with the average around ₹17,388. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹18,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹18,800 | ₹18,200 | ₹18,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹18,800 | ₹18,200 | ₹18,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹18,700 | ₹18,250 | ₹18,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹18,700 | ₹18,250 | ₹18,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹18,550 | ₹18,050 | ₹18,250 |
| 10 Sep | ₹18,500 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹18,500 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,250 |
| 08 Sep | ₹18,500 | ₹17,550 | ₹18,050 |
| 07 Sep | ₹18,500 | ₹17,500 | ₹18,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹18,500 | ₹17,500 | ₹18,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹18,500 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,200 |
| 02 Sep | ₹18,700 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹18,700 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹18,500 | ₹17,250 | ₹18,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹18,500 | ₹17,550 | ₹18,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹18,250 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹18,200 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,800 |
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
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Mustard Oil rate at Durgapur APMC on 15 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.