Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Narasaraopet APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) (Black Gram (Whole))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 3.6% below the period average and just 10.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Ponnur APMC Leader | ₹9,900 |
| 2 Movva (HQ-Kuchipudi) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Veraval APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 5 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Visavadar APMC | ₹8,130 |
| 7 Pedana APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 8 Venkatagiri APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 9 Palakonda APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,400 (32.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) prices at Narasaraopet APMC ranged between ₹8,500 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹8,818. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹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
Selling Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) traded at this rate in Narasaraopet APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.