Reading today's price tape for 18 Aug 2026, Mustard was quoted at ₹6,602 per quintal in Kanpur(Grain) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Kanpur(Grain) APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Mustard arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,590
- Lowest Price Today₹6,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,602
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
At this level, Mustard is about 10.0% above the period average, sitting just 43.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Mustard rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹12,105 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 4 Unjha APMC | ₹8,955 |
| 5 Dhragradhra APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 6 Botad APMC | ₹8,435 |
| 7 Pohari APMC | ₹8,195 |
| 8 Jasdan APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹7,930 |
| 10 Sheopurbadod APMC | ₹7,912 |
| 11 Barad APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 12 Gajsinghpur APMC | ₹7,865 |
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.
That ₹4,240 (53.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Mustard fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Mustard prices at Kanpur(Grain) APMC ranged between ₹5,400 and ₹11,590, with the average around ₹6,001. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹11,590 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,602 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,339 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,550 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,515 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,550 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,520 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,900 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,434 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,479 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,650 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,514 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,462 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,787 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,182 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,440 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,018 |
| 11 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹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
Going to the top Mustard market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Mustard rate at Kanpur(Grain) APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.