Reading today's price tape for 18 Oct 2026, Mustard was quoted at ₹6,425 per quintal in Durgapur APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Mustard today.
01What Put Durgapur APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,425
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityMustard (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Mustard is about 0.9% above the period average — just 1.9% 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
This table ranks Mustard rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rampurhat APMC Leader | ₹8,200 |
| 2 Lahar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Bilsi APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Atrauli APMC | ₹7,910 |
| 5 Maudaha APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 6 Mau(Chitrakut) APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 7 Karvi APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 8 Chaakghat APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 9 Nawabganj APMC | ₹7,378 |
| 10 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹7,339 |
| 11 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Asansol APMC | ₹6,450 |
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 ₹1,750 (27.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Mustard prices at Durgapur APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹6,550, with the average around ₹6,369. 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 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,425 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,550 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,425 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,325 | ₹6,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,550 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,425 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,450 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,425 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,450 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,435 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,450 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,450 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,375 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,275 | ₹6,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,550 | ₹6,275 | ₹6,385 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,235 | ₹6,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,350 |
| 06 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,400 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,550 | ₹6,275 | ₹6,400 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,255 | ₹6,400 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,275 | ₹6,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,275 | ₹6,400 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Mustard changed hands at this rate in Durgapur APMC on 18 Oct 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.