Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Mustard was quoted at ₹7,405 per quintal in Sitapur APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Mustard today.
01What's Behind Today's Mustard Price
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₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,405
- 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 8.1% above the period average, sitting just 7.4% 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 Panna APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 8 Pohari APMC | ₹8,195 |
| 9 Jasdan APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Khairagarh APMC | ₹7,984 |
| 11 Sheopurbadod APMC | ₹7,912 |
| 12 Barad APMC | ₹7,900 |
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 ₹4,205 (53.2%) 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 Sitapur APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,853. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,405 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,517 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,999 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,179 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,914 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,920 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,714 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,920 | ₹6,979 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,350 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,975 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,960 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,739 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,950 | ₹6,920 | ₹6,937 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,320 | ₹7,230 | ₹7,266 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,650 | ₹6,781 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,920 | ₹6,920 | ₹6,920 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,320 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,071 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,871 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Mustard stood at Sitapur APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.