As fresh arrivals settled on 26 Aug 2026, Siliguri APMC stood at the front of the pack for Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal), clocking the day's best rate at ₹12,500 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
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,500
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Gram Dal(Urd Dal) (Black Gram Dal)
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.
Today's rate is about 0.0% above the period average and just 3.8% 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
The table below lines up Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) rates across the markets that reported on 26 Aug 2026, so you can see where Siliguri APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Badayoun APMC | ₹11,697 |
| 4 Vuyyur APMC | ₹8,450 |
| 5 Achalda APMC | ₹8,000 |
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 ₹4,500 (56.3%), 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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) prices at Siliguri APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹12,500. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
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
The day's best Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 26 Aug 2026, Siliguri 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.