In the day's wholesale-price digest for 21 Aug 2026, Mustard was quoted at ₹6,385 per quintal in Asansol APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Asansol APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,385
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityMustard (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Mustard is about 0.8% above the period average — just 2.1% 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
Here's how Mustard rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Todaraisingh APMC Leader | ₹8,350 |
| 2 Pohari APMC | ₹7,995 |
| 3 Khairagarh APMC | ₹7,990 |
| 4 Jagnair APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 5 Bassi APMC | ₹7,895 |
| 6 Kota APMC | ₹7,850 |
| 7 Veraval APMC | ₹7,850 |
| 8 Nohar APMC | ₹7,719 |
| 9 Kailaras APMC | ₹7,709 |
| 10 Morena APMC | ₹7,685 |
| 11 Abohar APMC | ₹7,675 |
| 12 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹7,665 |
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.
The ₹685 (8.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Mustard prices at Asansol APMC ranged between ₹6,050 and ₹6,525, with the average around ₹6,335. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,385 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,465 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Mustard, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Asansol APMC logged this Mustard rate on 21 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.