Going by the latest APMC figures for 21 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. It edged out every other market that reported Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) today, setting the tone for the session.
01What Put Siliguri APMC on Top Today
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,500
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityBlack Gram Dal(Urd Dal) (Black Gram Dal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) about 0.0% above the period average, and just 3.8% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) rates across the markets that reported on 21 Oct 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 Gudlavalleru APMC | ₹9,500 |
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.
The ₹3,000 (31.6%) 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 Trend at a Glance
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. 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 | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹12,700 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Siliguri APMC was the market to beat for Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) on 21 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.