In the day's wholesale-price digest for 20 Aug 2026, Mustard was quoted at ₹6,456 per quintal in Safdarganj APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Safdarganj APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,456
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityMustard (Other)
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.
Right now Mustard is about 0.0% above the period average — just 19.3% 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 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 APMC Hubballi APMC | ₹8,110 |
| 5 Pohari APMC | ₹8,080 |
| 6 Bassi APMC | ₹8,048 |
| 7 Botad APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Lashkar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Khairagarh APMC | ₹7,980 |
| 10 Jagnair APMC | ₹7,973 |
| 11 Sheopurbadod APMC | ₹7,941 |
| 12 Mandawari APMC | ₹7,920 |
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 ₹4,080 (51.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Mustard prices at Safdarganj APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,455. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,456 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,349 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,760 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,602 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,759 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,611 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,819 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,491 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,843 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,113 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,056 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,859 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,605 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,737 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,741 |
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
Before carting Mustard to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
To wrap up, Safdarganj APMC logged this Mustard rate on 20 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.