Reading today's price tape for 15 Aug 2026, Ponnur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole), clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,900 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What's Behind Today's Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) Price
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,900
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) (Black Gram (Whole))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) is about 0.3% above the period average, sitting just 1.0% 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(Urd Beans)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 15 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ponnur APMC Leader | ₹9,900 |
| 2 Parchur APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 3 Venkatagiri APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 4 Palakonda APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
The ₹2,400 (32.0%) 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 ₹9,870. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 24 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
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(Urd Beans)(Whole) 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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Ponnur APMC led Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) on 15 Aug 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.