As the 18 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Mustard was quoted at ₹7,200 per quintal in Bharuasumerpur APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Mustard Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,200
- Lowest Price Today₹7,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 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.
Today's rate is about 0.6% above the period average and just 5.3% 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
This table ranks Mustard rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Khairagarh APMC | ₹7,984 |
| 11 Sheopurbadod APMC | ₹7,912 |
| 12 Barad APMC | ₹7,900 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,205 (53.2%) 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 Bharuasumerpur APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹7,600, with the average around ₹7,154. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,396 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,287 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,244 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,250 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,202 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,235 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,093 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,150 |
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
When picking where to sell Mustard, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Bharuasumerpur 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.