Across the reporting yards on 18 Aug 2026, Mustard was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Jasdan 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
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMustard (Mustard)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Mustard rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Mustard about 13.6% above the period average, and just 5.9% 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
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.
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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Mustard prices at Jasdan APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹7,040. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,105 | ₹5,250 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹5,275 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,250 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹7,755 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,255 | ₹8,255 | ₹8,255 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,900 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,105 | ₹4,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Jasdan 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.