In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Aug 2026, Mustard was quoted at ₹7,700 per quintal in Jaora 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
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,855
- Lowest Price Today₹7,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMustard (Mustard)
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.
This puts Mustard about 2.1% above the period average, and just 3.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Mustard rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Jaora APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 3 Dhragradhra APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 4 Botad APMC | ₹8,435 |
| 5 Pohari APMC | ₹8,195 |
| 6 Jasdan APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹7,930 |
| 8 Sheopurbadod APMC | ₹7,912 |
| 9 Morena APMC | ₹7,780 |
| 10 Mandawari APMC | ₹7,767 |
| 11 Shivpuri APMC | ₹7,765 |
| 12 Mandawar APMC | ₹7,760 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Mustard.
A spread of ₹4,240 (54.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Mustard prices at Jaora APMC ranged between ₹4,123 and ₹7,960, with the average around ₹7,538. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹7,855 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,812 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,751 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,780 | ₹6,050 | ₹7,780 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,801 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,801 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,750 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,850 | ₹7,651 | ₹7,850 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,700 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,721 | ₹4,123 | ₹4,721 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,875 | ₹7,380 | ₹7,680 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,850 | ₹7,701 | ₹7,850 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,701 | ₹6,701 | ₹7,701 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,751 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,751 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,750 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,700 | ₹6,501 | ₹7,540 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,700 | ₹7,201 | ₹7,700 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,870 | ₹6,401 | ₹7,681 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,851 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,960 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,960 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,900 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,900 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,770 | ₹7,240 | ₹7,770 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Mustard yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Mustard was priced at this level in Jaora APMC on 18 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.