In the price report dated 20 Aug 2026, Mustard was quoted at ₹8,160 per quintal in Malpura APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Malpura APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,300
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,160
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityMustard (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 3.6% above the period average, and just 3.1% 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 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹8,475 |
| 3 Malpura APMC | ₹8,160 |
| 4 Pohari APMC | ₹8,075 |
| 5 Bassi APMC | ₹8,048 |
| 6 Botad APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Lashkar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Sheopurbadod APMC | ₹7,941 |
| 9 Mandawari APMC | ₹7,920 |
| 10 Shivpuri APMC | ₹7,915 |
| 11 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹7,895 |
| 12 Gohad APMC | ₹7,850 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Mustard.
A spread of ₹4,150 (52.9%) 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 Malpura APMC ranged between ₹6,900 and ₹8,425, with the average around ₹7,879. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,160 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,223 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,331 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,230 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,320 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,220 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,160 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,211 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,375 | ₹8,250 | ₹8,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,425 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,385 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,350 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,355 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,217 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,150 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,387 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,016 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,133 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,080 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,960 |
| 26 Jul | ₹8,421 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,100 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,185 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,050 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Malpura APMC reported Mustard at this level on 20 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.