In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Aug 2026, Mustard was quoted at ₹7,711 per quintal in Bina APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Bina APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,711
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,711
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMustard (Mustard)
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 6.4% above the period average and just 1.2% 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
Here's how Mustard rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹12,105 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 4 Unjha APMC | ₹8,955 |
| 5 Dhragradhra APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 6 Botad APMC | ₹8,435 |
| 7 Panna APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 8 Pohari APMC | ₹8,195 |
| 9 Jasdan APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Sheopurbadod APMC | ₹7,912 |
| 11 Barad APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 12 Gajsinghpur APMC | ₹7,865 |
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.
At ₹4,240 (53.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Mustard matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Mustard prices at Bina APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹7,801, with the average around ₹7,248. 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 | ₹7,711 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,711 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,375 | ₹6,700 | ₹7,375 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,799 | ₹6,801 | ₹7,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,646 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,801 | ₹6,510 | ₹7,801 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,531 | ₹7,531 | ₹7,531 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,705 | ₹6,301 | ₹7,705 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,750 | ₹6,425 | ₹7,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,660 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,611 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,611 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,601 | ₹7,402 | ₹7,601 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,600 | ₹6,700 | ₹7,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,506 | ₹4,000 | ₹7,506 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹4,511 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,430 | ₹7,012 | ₹7,430 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,299 | ₹6,810 | ₹7,299 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,530 | ₹7,025 | ₹7,530 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,651 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,651 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,650 | ₹5,650 | ₹7,650 |
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 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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Bina APMC posted this Mustard rate on 18 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.