In the mandi rate roundup for 13 Oct 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. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,500
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date13 Oct 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
Here's how Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Gudiwada APMC | ₹9,000 |
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 ₹3,500 (38.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) prices at Siliguri APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹12,500. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹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
When picking where to sell Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at 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
Bottom line: on 13 Oct 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.