In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Bengaluru APMC stood at the front of the pack for Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal), clocking the day's best rate at ₹14,000 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal), making it the day's standout.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,500
- Lowest Price Today₹11,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,000
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Gram Dal(Urd Dal) (Black 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.
At this level, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) is about 31.7% above the period average, sitting just 15.2% 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
This table ranks Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Dhampur APMC | ₹12,100 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 5 Badayoun APMC | ₹11,167 |
| 6 Vuyyur APMC | ₹8,950 |
| 7 Gudlavalleru APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 8 Pendurthi APMC | ₹7,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal).
At ₹6,400 (84.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Black Gram Dal(Urd 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, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) prices at Bengaluru APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹16,500, with the average around ₹10,627. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹14,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹14,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹14,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹14,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹14,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹14,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹14,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹14,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹12,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Bengaluru APMC led Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) on 18 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.