From today's trading desk on 20 Aug 2026, Mustard Oil was quoted at ₹13,550 per quintal in Katwa APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Mustard Oil yard so you can see where this one falls.
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₹13,600
- Lowest Price Today₹13,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,550
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityMustard Oil (Other)
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.
At this level, Mustard Oil is about 3.1% below the period average, sitting just 6.2% 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
The table below lines up Mustard Oil rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Katwa APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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.
The ₹5,650 (41.7%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Mustard Oil prices at Katwa APMC ranged between ₹13,080 and ₹14,450, with the average around ₹13,983. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹13,600 | ₹13,550 | ₹13,550 |
| 16 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹13,450 | ₹13,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹13,550 | ₹13,500 | ₹13,550 |
| 12 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹13,450 | ₹13,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹13,600 | ₹13,550 | ₹13,550 |
| 05 Aug | ₹13,640 | ₹13,500 | ₹13,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹13,650 | ₹13,500 | ₹13,600 |
| 02 Aug | ₹13,660 | ₹13,560 | ₹13,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹13,660 | ₹13,560 | ₹13,660 |
| 29 Jul | ₹13,680 | ₹13,560 | ₹13,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹13,750 | ₹13,600 | ₹13,700 |
| 26 Jul | ₹13,800 | ₹13,650 | ₹13,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹13,800 | ₹13,600 | ₹13,700 |
| 22 Jul | ₹13,750 | ₹13,500 | ₹13,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹13,800 | ₹13,600 | ₹13,700 |
| 18 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹13,080 | ₹14,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹14,010 | ₹13,080 | ₹14,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹14,010 | ₹13,080 | ₹14,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹13,080 | ₹14,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹13,800 | ₹13,900 |
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
Selling Mustard Oil well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
To sum up, this was the Mustard Oil rate at Katwa APMC on 20 Aug 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.