In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Mustard was quoted at ₹7,760 per quintal in Mandawar APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Mustard Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,245
- Lowest Price Today₹7,239
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,760
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMustard (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Mustard rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Mustard is about 3.0% above the period average — just 7.0% 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 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 Pohari APMC | ₹8,195 |
| 8 Jasdan APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹7,930 |
| 10 Sheopurbadod APMC | ₹7,912 |
| 11 Barad APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 12 Gajsinghpur APMC | ₹7,865 |
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 (53.9%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Mustard prices at Mandawar APMC ranged between ₹6,735 and ₹8,348, with the average around ₹7,536. 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 | ₹8,245 | ₹7,239 | ₹7,760 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,328 | ₹7,156 | ₹7,728 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,245 | ₹7,303 | ₹7,633 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,084 | ₹7,172 | ₹7,644 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,320 | ₹7,393 | ₹7,842 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,260 | ₹7,216 | ₹7,755 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,108 | ₹7,548 | ₹7,806 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,054 | ₹7,252 | ₹7,674 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,155 | ₹7,223 | ₹7,623 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,348 | ₹7,238 | ₹7,792 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,976 | ₹7,129 | ₹7,562 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,053 | ₹6,892 | ₹7,551 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,155 | ₹7,149 | ₹7,721 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,109 | ₹7,309 | ₹7,553 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,842 | ₹7,192 | ₹7,310 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,228 | ₹7,112 | ₹7,675 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,973 | ₹7,047 | ₹7,618 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,970 | ₹6,879 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹8,112 | ₹6,996 | ₹7,575 |
| 11 Jul | ₹7,879 | ₹7,127 | ₹7,528 |
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
Before carting Mustard to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Mustard changed hands at this rate in Mandawar APMC on 18 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.