In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Oct 2026, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) was quoted at ₹8,400 per quintal in Sheopurkalan APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,400
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityBlack Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) (Urda/Urd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 5.6% above the period average and just 2.9% 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
Here's how Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tanduru APMC Leader | ₹17,010 |
| 2 Kakching Market APMC | ₹14,750 |
| 3 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹14,700 |
| 4 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹13,300 |
| 5 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 6 Bengaluru APMC | ₹11,900 |
| 7 Deesa(Bhildi) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 8 Sami APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 9 Radhanpur APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 10 Siddhpur APMC | ₹10,287 |
| 11 APMC Pune APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 12 Indore APMC | ₹10,200 |
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 ₹6,810 (66.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) prices at Sheopurkalan APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹8,650, with the average around ₹7,954. 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 Oct | ₹8,130 | ₹7,190 | ₹8,130 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,400 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,345 | ₹2,300 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,455 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,455 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,650 | ₹5,330 | ₹8,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,190 | ₹6,190 | ₹6,190 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Sheopurkalan APMC posted this Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) rate on 16 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.