In the mandi rate roundup for 19 Aug 2026, Pohari APMC stood at the front of the pack for Mustard, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,200 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What's Behind Today's Mustard Price
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,040
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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.
Today's rate is about 4.1% above the period average and just 1.9% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Mustard rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pohari APMC Leader | ₹8,200 |
| 2 Barad APMC | ₹8,050 |
| 3 Sheopurbadod APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Bina APMC | ₹7,901 |
| 5 Sri Karanpur APMC | ₹7,869 |
| 6 Morena APMC | ₹7,860 |
| 7 Bassi APMC | ₹7,808 |
| 8 Kurawar APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 9 Shivpuri APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Mandawar APMC | ₹7,778 |
| 11 Khanpur APMC | ₹7,740 |
| 12 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹7,700 |
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.
A spread of ₹500 (6.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Mustard prices at Pohari APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹8,355, with the average around ₹7,875. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,040 | ₹8,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,195 | ₹7,875 | ₹8,195 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,190 | ₹7,415 | ₹8,190 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,195 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,180 | ₹8,130 | ₹8,180 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,240 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,180 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,110 | ₹7,910 | ₹8,110 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,245 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,230 | ₹7,655 | ₹8,230 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,165 | ₹7,895 | ₹8,165 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,170 | ₹7,780 | ₹8,115 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,220 | ₹7,550 | ₹8,175 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,205 | ₹5,520 | ₹8,205 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,210 | ₹7,050 | ₹8,145 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,100 | ₹8,060 | ₹8,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,120 | ₹8,120 | ₹8,120 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,065 | ₹7,670 | ₹8,065 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,145 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,135 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,265 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,265 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Mustard yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Pohari APMC set the pace for Mustard. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.