Turning to the 18 Aug 2026 APMC board, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,700 per quintal in Patharia APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) markets in the table that follows.
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₹7,305
- Lowest Price Today₹5,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) (Urda/Urd)
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.
Today's rate is about 27.3% below the period average and just 41.9% 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
The table below lines up Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Patharia APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalyan APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹12,800 |
| 3 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹12,400 |
| 4 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹10,100 |
| 5 Sindhanur APMC | ₹10,065 |
| 6 Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Ponnur APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 8 Pune APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 9 Movva (HQ-Kuchipudi) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 10 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Veraval APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 12 Penamaluru (HQ-Kankipadu) APMC | ₹9,000 |
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.
That ₹4,000 (44.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) prices at Patharia APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹9,810, with the average around ₹7,844. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹7,305 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,040 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,040 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹4,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,350 | ₹5,690 | ₹8,350 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,270 | ₹4,200 | ₹7,270 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,220 | ₹4,220 | ₹4,220 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹3,555 | ₹8,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,655 | ₹5,550 | ₹6,655 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,705 | ₹4,500 | ₹8,705 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,110 | ₹6,700 | ₹8,110 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,075 | ₹4,800 | ₹8,075 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹5,455 | ₹8,300 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,305 | ₹7,300 | ₹9,305 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,395 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,395 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,800 | ₹7,205 | ₹9,800 |
| 15 Jul | ₹9,810 | ₹5,910 | ₹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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) traded at this rate in Patharia 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.