With the 31 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Banthara APMC stood at the front of the pack for Mustard, clocking the day's best rate at ₹17,688 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Mustard today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Mustard Rate
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹21,000
- Lowest Price Today₹17,301
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,688
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 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 54.6% above the period average and just 40.7% 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 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Banthara APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Banthara APMC Leader | ₹17,688 |
| 2 DADRI APMC | ₹12,400 |
| 3 Bengaluru APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 4 Hapur APMC | ₹8,450 |
| 5 Malpura APMC | ₹8,160 |
| 6 Barad APMC | ₹8,136 |
| 7 Unjha APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 8 Rampurhat APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Jagnair APMC | ₹7,967 |
| 10 Pohari APMC | ₹7,945 |
| 11 Khairagarh APMC | ₹7,939 |
| 12 Begu APMC | ₹7,890 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Mustard.
That ₹9,798 (124.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Mustard fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Mustard prices at Banthara APMC ranged between ₹5,520 and ₹29,843, with the average around ₹11,441. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹17,301 | ₹17,688 |
| 30 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹27,926 | ₹6,205 | ₹7,174 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,883 | ₹5,520 | ₹6,906 |
| 15 Aug | ₹29,843 | ₹29,843 | ₹29,843 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,580 | ₹10,580 | ₹10,580 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹19,948 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,326 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹17,100 | ₹17,100 | ₹17,100 |
| 26 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹29,843 | ₹29,843 | ₹29,843 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹20,911 | ₹19,566 | ₹20,461 |
| 18 Jul | ₹10,441 | ₹10,441 | ₹10,441 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
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
Selling Mustard well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 31 Aug 2026, Banthara 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.