Reading today's price tape for 16 Oct 2026, Mustard was quoted at ₹8,430 per quintal in Lakhani APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Mustard Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,430
- Lowest Price Today₹8,430
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,430
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityMustard (Mustard)
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 13.6% above the period average, sitting just 0.4% 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 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Lakhani APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Mustard.
At ₹3,885 (45.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Mustard matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Mustard prices at Lakhani APMC ranged between ₹6,915 and ₹8,462, with the average around ₹7,422. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹8,430 | ₹8,430 | ₹8,430 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,462 | ₹8,462 | ₹8,462 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,160 | ₹8,160 | ₹8,160 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,605 | ₹7,605 | ₹7,605 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,612 | ₹7,612 | ₹7,612 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,595 | ₹7,595 | ₹7,595 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,575 | ₹7,575 | ₹7,575 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,620 | ₹7,620 | ₹7,620 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,712 | ₹7,712 | ₹7,712 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,637 | ₹7,637 | ₹7,637 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,715 | ₹7,715 | ₹7,715 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,670 | ₹7,670 | ₹7,670 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,715 | ₹7,715 | ₹7,715 |
| 26 Aug | ₹7,587 | ₹7,587 | ₹7,587 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,577 | ₹7,577 | ₹7,577 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,657 | ₹7,657 | ₹7,657 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,607 | ₹7,607 | ₹7,607 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,562 | ₹7,562 | ₹7,562 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,530 | ₹7,530 | ₹7,530 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,565 | ₹7,565 | ₹7,565 |
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 day's best Mustard rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
All told, this is where Mustard stood at Lakhani APMC on 16 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.