In the price report dated 12 Oct 2026, Balarampur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Mustard Oil, clocking the day's best rate at ₹19,600 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Mustard Oil Rate
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹19,800
- Lowest Price Today₹19,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,600
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date12 Oct 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 0.8% above the period average and just 2.0% 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 12 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 | ₹18,800 |
| 4 Sainthia APMC | ₹18,660 |
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 ₹940 (5.0%) 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 ₹19,454. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹19,800 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹19,700 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹19,700 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹19,700 | ₹19,250 | ₹19,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹19,800 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹19,700 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹19,800 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹19,800 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,500 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Mustard Oil, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
Bottom line: on 12 Oct 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.