In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, Neeleswaram Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole), clocking the day's best rate at ₹13,500 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) board.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) Rate
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹13,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) about 2.0% above the period average, and just 3.6% 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 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 Bengaluru APMC | ₹12,250 |
| 5 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 6 Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Pune APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 8 Ponnur APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 9 Movva (HQ-Kuchipudi) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 10 Indore APMC | ₹9,375 |
| 11 Sihora APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,900 |
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 ₹4,600 (51.7%) 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 Neeleswaram Market APMC ranged between ₹12,500 and ₹14,000, with the average around ₹13,231. 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 | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹13,600 | ₹13,200 | ₹13,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹13,600 | ₹13,400 | ₹13,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹13,400 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹13,400 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹13,400 | ₹13,200 | ₹13,300 |
| 18 Jul | ₹13,400 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹13,400 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹13,300 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,200 |
| 13 Jul | ₹13,600 | ₹13,200 | ₹13,400 |
| 03 Jul | ₹13,400 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,200 |
| 30 Jun | ₹13,400 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,200 |
| 29 Jun | ₹13,400 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,200 |
| 24 Jun | ₹13,500 | ₹12,500 | ₹13,000 |
| 19 Jun | ₹13,500 | ₹12,500 | ₹13,000 |
| 16 Jun | ₹13,500 | ₹12,500 | ₹13,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Neeleswaram Market APMC was the market to beat for Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) on 17 Aug 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.