In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Aug 2026, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,523 per quintal in Laxmeshwar APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,092
- Lowest Price Today₹1,015
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,523
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) (Black Gram (Whole))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 35.9% above the period average and just 19.4% 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 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹14,300 |
| 2 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹13,700 |
| 3 Bengaluru APMC | ₹12,250 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Pune APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 7 Ponnur APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 8 Movva (HQ-Kuchipudi) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Penamaluru (HQ-Kankipadu) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 11 Pedana APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 12 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole).
The ₹5,800 (68.2%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) prices at Laxmeshwar APMC ranged between ₹1,015 and ₹8,092, with the average around ₹4,799. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹8,092 | ₹1,015 | ₹6,523 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,991 | ₹5,289 | ₹7,769 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,965 | ₹3,859 | ₹7,774 |
| 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
Going to the top Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
Bottom line: on 20 Aug 2026, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) traded at this rate in Laxmeshwar 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.