Reading today's price tape for 20 Aug 2026, Mustard was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Botad APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Mustard Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityMustard (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Mustard rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Mustard is about 3.3% above the period average — just 13.0% 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
Here's how Mustard rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹8,475 |
| 3 Malpura APMC | ₹8,160 |
| 4 Pohari APMC | ₹8,075 |
| 5 Bassi APMC | ₹8,048 |
| 6 Lashkar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Botad APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Sheopurbadod APMC | ₹7,941 |
| 9 Mandawari APMC | ₹7,920 |
| 10 Shivpuri APMC | ₹7,915 |
| 11 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹7,895 |
| 12 Gohad APMC | ₹7,850 |
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.
That ₹4,150 (52.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Mustard fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Mustard prices at Botad APMC ranged between ₹5,150 and ₹9,200, with the average around ₹7,744. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,475 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,435 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,250 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,925 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,250 | ₹8,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,700 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,375 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,100 | ₹8,575 | ₹8,890 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹9,025 | ₹9,110 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,725 | ₹8,375 | ₹8,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,025 | ₹9,025 | ₹9,025 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,575 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,550 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,850 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 17 Jul | ₹8,175 | ₹7,375 | ₹7,825 |
| 13 Jul | ₹8,075 | ₹5,150 | ₹6,620 |
| 11 Jul | ₹7,275 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,815 |
| 10 Jul | ₹6,725 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,625 |
| 07 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,675 | ₹7,890 |
| 30 Jun | ₹7,250 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,375 |
| 27 Jun | ₹6,630 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,065 |
| 20 Jun | ₹7,500 | ₹5,725 | ₹6,600 |
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
Going to the top Mustard market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Mustard changed hands at this rate in Botad APMC on 20 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.