In the latest market update for 18 Aug 2026, Mustard was quoted at ₹7,100 per quintal in Damoh APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Mustard Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,505
- Lowest Price Today₹4,310
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,100
- 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.
Right now Mustard is about 0.6% above the period average — just 13.4% 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
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 Pohari APMC | ₹8,195 |
| 8 Jasdan APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹7,930 |
| 10 Sheopurbadod APMC | ₹7,912 |
| 11 Barad APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 12 Gajsinghpur APMC | ₹7,865 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Mustard.
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 Damoh APMC ranged between ₹1,510 and ₹8,200, with the average around ₹7,058. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹7,505 | ₹4,310 | ₹7,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,495 | ₹2,505 | ₹7,450 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,525 | ₹6,595 | ₹7,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,535 | ₹6,005 | ₹7,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,565 | ₹4,500 | ₹7,445 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,565 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,495 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,625 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,695 | ₹1,510 | ₹7,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,035 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,995 | ₹5,555 | ₹7,745 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,020 | ₹5,305 | ₹7,255 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,495 | ₹6,510 | ₹7,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,595 | ₹5,405 | ₹7,145 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,120 | ₹6,660 | ₹7,120 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,140 | ₹3,300 | ₹7,275 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹3,655 | ₹7,350 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹7,245 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹5,030 | ₹7,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹7,195 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹7,330 |
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
In short, Mustard changed hands at this rate in Damoh APMC on 18 Aug 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.