Reading today's price tape for 16 Sep 2026, Balarampur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Mustard Oil, clocking the day's best rate at ₹19,600 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What Put Balarampur APMC on Top Today
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹19,800
- Lowest Price Today₹19,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,600
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityMustard Oil (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Mustard Oil is about 0.8% above the period average — just 2.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Mustard Oil rates across active mandis for 16 Sep 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 Sainthia APMC | ₹18,300 |
| 4 Birbhum APMC | ₹18,300 |
| 5 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹17,667 |
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 ₹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 Balarampur APMC ranged between ₹18,600 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹19,443. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹19,800 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹19,800 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,600 |
| 13 Sep | ₹19,800 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹19,700 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹19,800 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹19,800 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹19,800 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹19,700 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹19,700 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹19,700 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,200 |
| 31 Aug | ₹19,600 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹19,800 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,600 |
| 28 Aug | ₹19,700 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,400 |
| 24 Aug | ₹19,700 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹19,600 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹19,700 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹19,800 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹19,700 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹19,700 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹19,700 | ₹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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Mustard Oil found its strongest bid at Balarampur APMC on 16 Sep 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.