In the mandi rate roundup for 21 Oct 2026, Ghaziabad APMC stood at the front of the pack for Mustard, clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,994 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What Put Ghaziabad APMC on Top Today
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,994
- Lowest Price Today₹10,994
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,994
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityMustard (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Mustard rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 8.6% above the period average and just 45.0% 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
The table below lines up Mustard rates across the markets that reported on 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where Ghaziabad APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ghaziabad APMC Leader | ₹10,994 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹9,150 |
| 3 Pohari APMC | ₹9,025 |
| 4 Malpura APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Barad APMC | ₹8,812 |
| 6 Shivpuri APMC | ₹8,745 |
| 7 Siddhpur APMC | ₹8,677 |
| 8 Deesa(Bhildi) APMC | ₹8,605 |
| 9 Mehsana APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 10 Neemuch APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 11 Gangapur City APMC | ₹8,555 |
| 12 Lakhani APMC | ₹8,537 |
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.
The ₹2,457 (28.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Mustard prices at Ghaziabad APMC ranged between ₹6,210 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹10,128. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹10,994 | ₹10,994 | ₹10,994 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,210 | ₹6,210 | ₹6,210 |
| 19 Sep | ₹14,762 | ₹10,466 | ₹10,962 |
| 18 Sep | ₹15,500 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,260 | ₹6,220 | ₹6,235 |
| 16 Sep | ₹11,621 | ₹11,621 | ₹11,621 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,210 | ₹6,210 | ₹6,210 |
| 07 Sep | ₹12,500 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹14,762 | ₹10,924 | ₹11,548 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,330 | ₹7,330 | ₹7,330 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹14,762 | ₹9,717 | ₹10,697 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,600 | ₹11,733 |
| 08 Aug | ₹14,762 | ₹10,141 | ₹10,596 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 17 Jul | ₹14,762 | ₹10,236 | ₹10,719 |
| 13 Jul | ₹14,474 | ₹14,474 | ₹14,474 |
| 04 Jul | ₹14,762 | ₹9,656 | ₹9,876 |
| 29 Jun | ₹20,000 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,667 |
| 25 Jun | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Mustard today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Oct 2026, Ghaziabad 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.