In the mandi rate roundup for 23 Sep 2026, Thoubal APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal), clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,750 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) Rate
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₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Sep 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) (Bengal Gram Dal)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.0% above the period average and just 2.1% 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.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thoubal APMC Leader | ₹11,750 |
| 2 Badayoun APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Bengaluru APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Gadag APMC | ₹8,010 |
| 5 Banthara APMC | ₹7,914 |
| 6 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 7 Azamgarh APMC | ₹7,794 |
| 8 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹7,737 |
| 9 Doharighat APMC | ₹7,726 |
| 10 Saharanpur APMC | ₹7,639 |
| 11 Shamli APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 12 Lucknow APMC | ₹6,808 |
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.
At ₹4,942 (72.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) prices at Thoubal APMC ranged between ₹11,500 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹11,750. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 03 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 31 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 28 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 20 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
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
Selling Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 23 Sep 2026, Thoubal APMC set the pace for Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal). 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.