Mustard Arrivals Picking Up, Stock Levels Sufficient

The arrival of mustard in Indian markets is progressing steadily, with traders closely monitoring supply. According to Marudhar Trading Agency, 10.45 million tonnes of mustard arrived between March 2024 and January 2025, with 2 million tonnes procured by NAFED and HAFED. The rest was picked up by stockists and processors.

This season’s total mustard production was estimated at 10.8 million tonnes. By February 2025, farmers were left with 350,000 tonnes, while 750,000 tonnes remained with government agencies.

Stock Situation and Crushing Estimates

With procurement efforts in full swing, the government’s mustard stock went up to 2.75 million tonnes, but 1.8 million tonnes have already been released into the market. That leaves 950,000 tonnes still in reserve. Meanwhile, crushing operations from March 2024 to January 2025 are estimated at 10.5 million tonnes, leaving 200,000 tonnes in the hands of stockists and processors.

By February 1, 2025, the total available stock was 1.5 million tonnes, spread across:

• 950,000 tonnes with government agencies
• 350,000 tonnes with farmers
• 200,000 tonnes with traders and millers

Looking at Upcoming Arrival Figures

Typically, 600,000-700,000 tonnes of mustard hit the markets in February, ensuring plenty of supply for crushing. The bulk of the crop usually arrives between March and May, after which supplies start tightening from August onward.

Revised trade estimates suggest that India’s total mustard production in 2023-24 was 11.5 million tonnes. Arrivals in February 2024 stood at 700,000 tonnes, while by March 2024, production estimates reached 10.8 million tonnes. Meanwhile, 300,000 tonnes arrived in January 2025, keeping things moving.

Final Thoughts: Market Stable, Traders Watching Closely

Mustard supplies remain steady, and there’s no immediate shortage for crushing or processing. Prices will likely depend on how arrivals shape up over the next couple of months. Traders are keeping an eye on stocks, and while there’s no major cause for concern, how the market moves from March onward will decide where prices go next.

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