In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) was quoted at ₹9,345 per quintal in Agra APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Agra APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,329
- Lowest Price Today₹9,150
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,345
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Gram Dal(Urd Dal) (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, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) is about 2.1% above the period average, sitting just 32.3% 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
The table below lines up Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Agra APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Saharanpur APMC | ₹12,331 |
| 4 Dhampur APMC | ₹12,100 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 6 Badayoun APMC | ₹11,167 |
| 7 Bareilly APMC | ₹9,588 |
| 8 Agra APMC | ₹9,345 |
| 9 Gudiwada APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Vuyyur APMC | ₹8,950 |
| 11 Gudlavalleru APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 12 Lalitpur APMC | ₹8,222 |
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 ₹5,778 (70.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) prices at Agra APMC ranged between ₹6,605 and ₹13,800, with the average around ₹9,155. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹12,329 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,345 |
| 17 Aug | ₹13,800 | ₹11,123 | ₹12,180 |
| 15 Aug | ₹9,611 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,568 |
| 14 Aug | ₹11,914 | ₹10,310 | ₹11,668 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,457 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,308 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,398 | ₹8,675 | ₹8,916 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹6,605 | ₹7,458 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,327 | ₹10,327 | ₹10,327 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,250 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,233 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,533 | ₹8,633 | ₹9,353 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,605 | ₹9,450 | ₹9,528 |
| 31 Jul | ₹11,138 | ₹11,138 | ₹11,138 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹9,147 | ₹9,325 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,771 | ₹8,650 | ₹9,453 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,650 | ₹8,650 | ₹8,650 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,650 | ₹8,650 | ₹8,650 |
| 19 Jul | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 16 Jul | ₹8,800 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,727 |
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
Before carting Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) rate at Agra APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.