Looking at how the yards traded on 21 Aug 2026, Purulia APMC stood at the front of the pack for Mustard Oil, clocking the day's best rate at ₹19,000 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Mustard Oil leader.
01What Put Purulia APMC on Top Today
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹19,300
- Lowest Price Today₹18,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,000
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityMustard Oil (Mustard Oil)
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.
At this level, Mustard Oil is about 0.5% below the period average, sitting just 4.0% 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
Here's how Mustard Oil rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Purulia APMC Leader | ₹19,000 |
| 2 Durgapur APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 3 Birbhum APMC | ₹17,800 |
| 4 Sainthia APMC | ₹17,800 |
| 5 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 6 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.
A spread of ₹5,500 (40.7%) 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 Purulia APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹19,800, with the average around ₹19,087. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹19,300 | ₹18,800 | ₹19,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹19,800 | ₹18,900 | ₹19,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹19,400 | ₹18,820 | ₹19,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹19,250 | ₹18,800 | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹19,200 | ₹18,800 | ₹19,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹19,200 | ₹18,800 | ₹19,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹19,400 | ₹18,800 | ₹19,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹19,400 | ₹18,700 | ₹19,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹19,200 | ₹18,800 | ₹19,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹19,500 | ₹18,800 | ₹19,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹19,500 | ₹18,800 | ₹19,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹19,500 | ₹18,800 | ₹19,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹19,500 | ₹18,700 | ₹19,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹19,400 | ₹18,700 | ₹19,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹19,200 | ₹18,800 | ₹19,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹19,500 | ₹18,800 | ₹19,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹19,500 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹19,500 | ₹18,700 | ₹19,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹19,200 | ₹18,900 | ₹19,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹19,400 | ₹18,700 | ₹19,200 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Purulia APMC led Mustard Oil on 21 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.