In today's crop-price rundown for 21 Oct 2026, APMC Mumbai APMC stood at the front of the pack for Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal), clocking the day's best rate at ₹13,000 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Black Gram Dal(Urd 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₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,000
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityBlack Gram Dal(Urd Dal) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 6.8% above the period average and just 7.1% 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
This table ranks Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) rates across active mandis for 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Vuyyur APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 4 Gudlavalleru APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Gudiwada APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 Ranebennur APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 7 Gangoh APMC | ₹8,700 |
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.
At ₹4,300 (49.4%), 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) prices at APMC Mumbai APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹14,000, with the average around ₹12,167. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹12,900 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹12,900 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹12,900 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹12,900 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹12,900 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹12,900 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹12,900 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹12,900 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹12,900 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹12,900 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹12,900 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹12,900 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹12,900 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹12,900 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹12,900 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹12,900 | ₹10,000 | ₹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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Oct 2026, APMC Mumbai APMC set the pace for Black Gram Dal(Urd 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.