Pulling together the 18 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Lucknow APMC stood at the front of the pack for Mustard, clocking the day's best rate at ₹12,105 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What's Behind Today's Mustard Price
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,105
- Lowest Price Today₹12,105
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,105
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMustard (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Mustard is about 46.4% above the period average — right at 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 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Mustard.
The ₹4,240 (53.9%) 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 Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹12,105, with the average around ₹8,267. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹12,105 | ₹12,105 | ₹12,105 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,568 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,731 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,300 | ₹7,050 | ₹7,109 |
| 30 Jul | ₹11,700 | ₹11,700 | ₹11,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,150 | ₹7,060 | ₹7,103 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,070 | ₹7,060 | ₹7,067 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹8,286 | ₹8,286 | ₹8,286 |
| 01 Jul | ₹10,100 | ₹10,100 | ₹10,100 |
| 30 Jun | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Mustard, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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 found its strongest bid at Lucknow APMC on 18 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.