In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Aug 2026, Mustard was quoted at ₹7,187 per quintal in Bhuj 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
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,250
- Lowest Price Today₹7,125
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,187
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMustard (Mustard)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Mustard about 5.0% above the period average, and just 2.6% 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 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Sheopurbadod APMC | ₹7,912 |
| 11 Barad APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 12 Gajsinghpur APMC | ₹7,865 |
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.
That ₹4,240 (53.9%) 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 This Week Trend
Over the past week, Mustard prices at Bhuj APMC ranged between ₹6,125 and ₹7,377, with the average around ₹6,844. 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 Aug | ₹7,250 | ₹7,125 | ₹7,187 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,377 | ₹6,125 | ₹6,751 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,875 | ₹6,937 |
| 08 Jul | ₹6,912 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,706 |
| 02 Jul | ₹6,815 | ₹6,750 | ₹6,782 |
| 30 Jun | ₹6,775 | ₹6,625 | ₹6,700 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Bhuj APMC reported Mustard at this level on 18 Aug 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.