Reading today's price tape for 17 Aug 2026, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,131 per quintal in Laxmeshwar APMC. See where this sits in the day's Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
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₹7,869
- Lowest Price Today₹1,060
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,131
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) (Black Gram (Whole))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) is about 44.2% above the period average, sitting just 22.1% 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
Here's how Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Neeleswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹13,500 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹12,800 |
| 3 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹12,400 |
| 4 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Pune APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Ponnur APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 8 Movva (HQ-Kuchipudi) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 9 Indore APMC | ₹9,375 |
| 10 Sihora APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 12 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,500 |
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 ₹5,000 (58.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) prices at Laxmeshwar APMC ranged between ₹1,060 and ₹7,869, with the average around ₹4,251. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹7,869 | ₹1,060 | ₹6,131 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,729 | ₹5,015 | ₹7,496 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,029 | ₹2,215 | ₹5,751 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,650 | ₹5,650 | ₹5,650 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,258 | ₹5,258 | ₹5,258 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,829 | ₹2,015 | ₹5,866 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,699 | ₹2,699 | ₹2,699 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,699 | ₹2,699 | ₹2,699 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,869 | ₹2,869 | ₹2,869 |
| 06 Jul | ₹5,129 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,583 |
| 03 Jul | ₹6,789 | ₹2,050 | ₹4,076 |
| 19 Jun | ₹2,719 | ₹1,089 | ₹2,008 |
| 17 Jun | ₹1,089 | ₹1,089 | ₹1,089 |
| 16 Jun | ₹3,338 | ₹3,338 | ₹3,338 |
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 on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) stood at Laxmeshwar APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.