As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Sep 2026, Kuchinapudi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole), clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,000 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,200
- Lowest Price Today₹9,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityBlack Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) (Black Gram (Whole))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) about 6.9% above the period average, and just 10.7% 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
Here's how Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kuchinapudi APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Ponnur APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 3 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Movva (HQ-Kuchipudi) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Veraval APMC | ₹9,275 |
| 6 Pedana APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 7 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹8,375 |
| 8 Divi (HQ-Avanigadda) APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 9 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 10 Gannavaram APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Karjat(Rashin) APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 12 APMC Karjat APMC | ₹8,100 |
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 ₹1,900 (23.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) prices at Kuchinapudi APMC ranged between ₹7,400 and ₹11,200, with the average around ₹9,356. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹10,200 | ₹9,800 | ₹10,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,400 | ₹10,200 | ₹10,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,400 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,200 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,100 |
| 11 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,200 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,100 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 07 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 05 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 03 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 02 Sep | ₹9,800 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,700 |
| 01 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 31 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 29 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 28 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,400 |
| 27 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 25 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,800 |
| 22 Aug | ₹9,700 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,600 |
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(Urd Beans)(Whole), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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: Kuchinapudi APMC was the market to beat for Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) on 18 Sep 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.