In today's crop-price rundown for 05 Aug 2026, Mustard was quoted at ₹7,200 per quintal in Ashta 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
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,200
- Lowest Price Today₹7,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityMustard (Mustard)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Mustard about 4.1% above the period average, and just 6.7% 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
This table ranks Mustard rates across active mandis for 05 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 3 Momanbadodiya APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Dhragradhra APMC | ₹8,560 |
| 5 Malpura APMC | ₹8,350 |
| 6 Jasdan APMC | ₹8,255 |
| 7 Barad APMC | ₹8,225 |
| 8 Pohari APMC | ₹8,165 |
| 9 Mandawari APMC | ₹8,075 |
| 10 Jalana APMC | ₹8,050 |
| 11 Mahoba APMC | ₹8,014 |
| 12 Rampurhat APMC | ₹8,000 |
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 ₹4,000 (50.0%) 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 Ashta APMC ranged between ₹4,911 and ₹7,721, with the average around ₹6,916. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,402 | ₹6,726 | ₹7,402 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,621 | ₹7,101 | ₹7,621 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,620 | ₹6,750 | ₹7,620 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,651 | ₹6,651 | ₹6,651 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,721 | ₹6,712 | ₹7,721 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,201 | ₹7,035 | ₹7,201 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,810 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,612 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,711 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,801 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,450 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,450 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,661 | ₹6,601 | ₹6,661 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,610 | ₹6,610 |
| 13 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹4,911 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,601 | ₹7,200 |
| 09 Jul | ₹6,870 | ₹6,261 | ₹6,870 |
| 07 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Ashta APMC reported Mustard at this level on 05 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.