Across the reporting yards on 21 Aug 2026, Mustard Oil was quoted at ₹13,500 per quintal in Katwa APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Katwa APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,500
- Lowest Price Today₹13,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,500
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityMustard Oil (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 3.4% below the period average and just 6.6% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Mustard Oil rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Durgapur APMC Leader | ₹18,000 |
| 2 Birbhum APMC | ₹17,800 |
| 3 Sainthia APMC | ₹17,800 |
| 4 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 5 Katwa APMC | ₹13,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Mustard Oil.
That ₹4,500 (33.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Mustard Oil fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹13,971. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹13,400 | ₹13,500 |
| 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 |
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
For Mustard Oil, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
Net-net, Katwa APMC posted this Mustard Oil rate on 21 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.