In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Mustard was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Lalitpur APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Mustard markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Lalitpur APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMustard (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Mustard is about 0.8% below the period average — just 19.9% 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
The table below lines up Mustard rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Lalitpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Panna APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 8 Pohari APMC | ₹8,195 |
| 9 Jasdan APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Sheopurbadod APMC | ₹7,912 |
| 11 Barad APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 12 Gajsinghpur APMC | ₹7,865 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,240 (53.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Mustard prices at Lalitpur APMC ranged between ₹5,150 and ₹8,740, with the average around ₹7,056. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,040 | ₹5,150 | ₹6,596 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,481 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,336 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,534 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,240 | ₹7,300 | ₹8,028 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,240 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,704 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,063 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,177 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,732 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,220 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,661 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,066 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,748 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,220 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,832 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,091 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,140 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,088 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,100 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,365 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,655 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,780 | ₹7,847 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,740 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,559 |
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
The headline Mustard rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Mustard changed hands at this rate in Lalitpur APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.