Reading today's price tape for 20 Oct 2026, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) was quoted at ₹11,813 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Lucknow APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,850
- Lowest Price Today₹11,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,813
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityBlack Gram Dal(Urd Dal) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) is about 5.6% above the period average, sitting just 46.3% 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
Here's how Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ghaziabad APMC Leader | ₹13,204 |
| 2 Saharanpur APMC | ₹12,957 |
| 3 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 4 Lucknow APMC | ₹11,813 |
| 5 Bareilly APMC | ₹11,300 |
| 6 Lakhimpur APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Agra APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 8 Auraiya APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 9 Choubepur APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Mauranipur APMC | ₹7,260 |
| 11 Bharthna APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Jhansi APMC | ₹5,200 |
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).
The ₹8,004 (153.9%) 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 Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹7,500 and ₹22,016, with the average around ₹11,187. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹11,850 | ₹11,800 | ₹11,813 |
| 18 Oct | ₹22,016 | ₹22,016 | ₹22,016 |
| 16 Oct | ₹11,100 | ₹11,100 | ₹11,100 |
| 14 Oct | ₹11,243 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,184 |
| 13 Oct | ₹11,851 | ₹10,300 | ₹11,023 |
| 12 Oct | ₹12,375 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,261 |
| 23 Sep | ₹11,150 | ₹10,700 | ₹11,060 |
| 21 Sep | ₹11,100 | ₹11,100 | ₹11,100 |
| 17 Sep | ₹21,202 | ₹21,202 | ₹21,202 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,642 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,585 |
| 14 Sep | ₹12,750 | ₹10,800 | ₹11,412 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹10,522 | ₹10,522 | ₹10,522 |
| 09 Sep | ₹11,600 | ₹10,800 | ₹11,340 |
| 07 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,950 | ₹10,983 |
| 05 Sep | ₹13,653 | ₹11,025 | ₹11,468 |
| 30 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹10,200 | ₹10,200 |
| 29 Aug | ₹11,850 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,630 |
| 26 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,800 | ₹10,808 |
| 24 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
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, this was the Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) rate at Lucknow APMC on 20 Oct 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.