Pulling together the 23 Oct 2026 mandi readings, 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. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) Rate
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,500
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date23 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.
At this level, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) is about 0.0% above the period average, sitting just 3.8% 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
This table ranks Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) rates across active mandis for 23 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Vuyyur APMC | ₹9,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹3,100 (33.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 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 |
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
Before carting Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Siliguri APMC led Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) on 23 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.