In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Oct 2026, Mustard was quoted at ₹7,405 per quintal in Kayamganj 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
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,405
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityMustard (Other)
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 3.7% above the period average, and just 1.3% 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
Here's how Mustard rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹12,400 |
| 2 APMC Jalana APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹9,150 |
| 4 Todaraisingh APMC | ₹9,150 |
| 5 Pohari APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Vidisha APMC | ₹8,901 |
| 7 Jabalpur APMC | ₹8,705 |
| 8 Itawa APMC | ₹8,663 |
| 9 Dausa APMC | ₹8,602 |
| 10 Neemuch APMC | ₹8,601 |
| 11 Kolaras APMC | ₹8,555 |
| 12 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹8,515 |
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.
That ₹3,885 (45.6%) 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 5-Day Trend
Over the last 5 days, Mustard prices at Kayamganj APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹7,141. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,405 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,155 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,300 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,146 |
| 04 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
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
The headline Mustard rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
The takeaway: Kayamganj APMC reported Mustard at this level on 16 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.