In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) was quoted at ₹3,033 per quintal in Suryapeta APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,033
- Lowest Price Today₹3,033
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,033
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) (Local)
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 53.8% below the period average, sitting just 58.4% 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
Here's how Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole).
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.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) prices at Suryapeta APMC ranged between ₹3,033 and ₹7,288, with the average around ₹6,562. 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 | ₹3,033 | ₹3,033 | ₹3,033 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,189 | ₹6,086 | ₹6,086 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,058 | ₹7,058 | ₹7,058 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,018 | ₹7,018 | ₹7,018 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,826 | ₹6,826 | ₹6,826 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,288 | ₹7,069 | ₹7,258 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,208 | ₹7,208 | ₹7,208 |
| 13 Jul | ₹7,018 | ₹7,018 | ₹7,018 |
| 11 Jul | ₹6,732 | ₹6,732 | ₹6,732 |
| 01 Jul | ₹6,494 | ₹6,494 | ₹6,494 |
| 27 Jun | ₹6,911 | ₹6,911 | ₹6,911 |
| 25 Jun | ₹7,109 | ₹7,011 | ₹7,011 |
| 20 Jun | ₹6,889 | ₹6,889 | ₹6,889 |
| 18 Jun | ₹6,323 | ₹6,323 | ₹6,323 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) stood at Suryapeta APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.