As the 31 Jul 2026 session wrapped up, Balarampur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Mustard Oil, clocking the day's best rate at ₹19,500 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Mustard Oil, making it the day's standout.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Mustard Oil Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹19,700
- Lowest Price Today₹19,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,500
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date31 Jul 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.
Today's rate is about 0.2% above the period average and just 2.5% 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 31 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Balarampur APMC Leader | ₹19,500 |
| 2 Purulia APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 3 Birbhum APMC | ₹17,300 |
| 4 Sainthia APMC | ₹17,200 |
| 5 Durgapur APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 6 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 7 Katwa APMC | ₹13,660 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹5,840 (42.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Mustard Oil prices at Balarampur APMC ranged between ₹18,600 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹19,455. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul | ₹19,700 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹19,500 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹19,600 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹19,500 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹19,700 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹19,700 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹19,600 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹19,800 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹19,600 | ₹19,100 | ₹19,300 |
| 20 Jul | ₹19,700 | ₹19,250 | ₹19,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹19,700 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹19,700 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹19,600 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,400 |
| 13 Jul | ₹19,600 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,500 |
| 11 Jul | ₹19,600 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,400 |
| 10 Jul | ₹19,600 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,400 |
| 09 Jul | ₹19,600 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹19,500 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,200 |
| 07 Jul | ₹19,500 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,200 |
| 06 Jul | ₹19,600 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,500 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 31 Jul 2026, Balarampur APMC set the pace for Mustard Oil. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.