Turning to the 19 Aug 2026 APMC board, Asansol APMC stood at the front of the pack for Mustard, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,450 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What's Behind Today's Mustard Price
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,450
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date19 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.
Today's rate is about 1.9% above the period average and just 1.1% 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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Mustard prices at Asansol APMC ranged between ₹6,050 and ₹6,525, with the average around ₹6,330. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,450 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,525 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,450 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,275 | ₹6,365 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,275 | ₹6,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,385 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,375 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,450 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,350 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,350 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,350 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,450 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,350 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,475 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,350 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,450 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,250 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,450 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,350 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Mustard today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Asansol 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.