Reading today's price tape for 18 Oct 2026, Mustard was quoted at ₹7,600 per quintal in Chaakghat APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Mustard Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,600
- Lowest Price Today₹7,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityMustard (Mustard)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 7.0% above the period average, sitting right at 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
Here's how Mustard rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rampurhat APMC Leader | ₹8,200 |
| 2 Lahar APMC | ₹8,141 |
| 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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Mustard prices at Chaakghat APMC ranged between ₹2,580 and ₹7,600, with the average around ₹7,106. 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 Oct | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,105 | ₹2,580 | ₹7,102 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,206 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 06 Sep | ₹7,056 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,160 | ₹7,150 | ₹7,160 |
| 26 Aug | ₹7,250 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 23 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹7,270 | ₹7,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,150 | ₹7,150 | ₹7,150 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,001 | ₹7,001 | ₹7,001 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,250 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
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
Going to the top Mustard market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Mustard stood at Chaakghat APMC on 18 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.