Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Aug 2026, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) was quoted at ₹9,900 per quintal in Ponnur APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) today.
01What Put Ponnur APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) (Black Gram (Whole))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) is about 0.3% above the period average — just 1.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹12,800 |
| 2 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹10,100 |
| 3 Sindhanur APMC | ₹10,065 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Pune APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 6 Ponnur APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 7 Movva (HQ-Kuchipudi) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 8 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Veraval APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 10 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,550 |
| 11 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Visavadar APMC | ₹8,130 |
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 ₹4,670 (57.4%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) prices at Ponnur APMC ranged between ₹980 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹9,873. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 15 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹980 | ₹9,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 27 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 25 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,800 |
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 headline Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) changed hands at this rate in Ponnur APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.