In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Oct 2026, Mustard was quoted at ₹8,579 per quintal in Lakhimpur 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
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,050
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,579
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityMustard (Other)
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.
At this level, Mustard is about 15.3% above the period average, sitting just 5.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Mustard rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Lakhimpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khairagarh APMC Leader | ₹9,030 |
| 2 Lakhimpur APMC | ₹8,579 |
| 3 Lashkar APMC | ₹8,375 |
| 4 Mow APMC | ₹8,305 |
| 5 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 6 Rampurhat APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Bilsi APMC | ₹8,104 |
| 8 Lahar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Chhatarpur APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Pukharayan APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Haathras APMC | ₹7,941 |
| 12 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹7,922 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹1,108 (14.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Mustard prices at Lakhimpur APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹9,050, with the average around ₹7,443. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹9,050 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,579 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,700 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,354 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,930 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,525 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,960 | ₹7,980 | ₹8,491 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,700 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,197 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,960 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,492 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,960 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,717 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,523 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,282 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,860 | ₹7,680 | ₹7,765 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,700 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,609 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,560 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,296 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,300 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,146 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,530 | ₹7,420 | ₹7,477 |
| 13 Sep | ₹8,100 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,890 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,526 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,579 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹7,050 | ₹7,075 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,520 | ₹7,490 | ₹7,505 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Mustard today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
To sum up, this was the Mustard rate at Lakhimpur APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.