From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,501 per quintal in Khurai APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,501
- Lowest Price Today₹5,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,501
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) (Urda/Urd)
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.
At this level, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) is about 9.5% below the period average, sitting just 30.1% 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
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 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹13,900 |
| 2 Kalyan APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole).
At ₹4,900 (54.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) prices at Khurai APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹9,300, with the average around ₹7,186. 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 | ₹6,501 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,501 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,485 | ₹6,485 | ₹6,485 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,750 | ₹4,750 | ₹4,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,501 | ₹6,501 | ₹6,501 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,880 | ₹6,050 | ₹6,880 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,210 | ₹8,210 | ₹8,210 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,560 | ₹6,560 | ₹6,560 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 |
| 13 Jul | ₹8,510 | ₹8,510 | ₹8,510 |
| 10 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹7,850 | ₹7,850 | ₹7,850 |
| 06 Jul | ₹6,880 | ₹6,880 | ₹6,880 |
| 03 Jul | ₹4,550 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,550 |
| 02 Jul | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 01 Jul | ₹9,280 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,280 |
| 29 Jun | ₹9,300 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,300 |
| 24 Jun | ₹8,900 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,900 |
| 19 Jun | ₹7,450 | ₹4,500 | ₹7,450 |
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
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
To sum up, this was the Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) rate at Khurai APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.