In today's crop-price rundown for 21 Oct 2026, DADRI APMC stood at the front of the pack for Dal Mix, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,802 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Dal Mix leader.
01What Put DADRI APMC on Top Today
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,963
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,802
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityDal Mix (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Dal Mix rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 16.2% below the period average and just 58.6% 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 Dal Mix rates across the markets that reported on 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where DADRI APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 DADRI APMC Leader | ₹8,802 |
| 2 Varanasi APMC | ₹8,615 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Dal Mix.
The ₹187 (2.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Dal Mix prices at DADRI APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹21,281, with the average around ₹10,500. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹9,963 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,802 |
| 12 Oct | ₹20,983 | ₹10,451 | ₹10,514 |
| 21 Sep | ₹13,480 | ₹9,438 | ₹9,996 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,768 | ₹9,768 | ₹9,768 |
| 03 Sep | ₹14,506 | ₹9,438 | ₹9,989 |
| 31 Aug | ₹13,780 | ₹13,780 | ₹13,780 |
| 25 Aug | ₹10,149 | ₹10,149 | ₹10,149 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,248 | ₹10,248 | ₹10,248 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,836 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,696 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,548 | ₹7,310 | ₹7,892 |
| 12 Aug | ₹21,281 | ₹9,411 | ₹9,486 |
| 08 Aug | ₹14,506 | ₹9,220 | ₹10,045 |
| 29 Jul | ₹15,610 | ₹15,610 | ₹15,610 |
| 24 Jul | ₹20,983 | ₹8,872 | ₹9,772 |
| 18 Jul | ₹12,693 | ₹9,972 | ₹10,060 |
| 12 Jul | ₹9,660 | ₹9,660 | ₹9,660 |
| 04 Jul | ₹9,900 | ₹8,859 | ₹9,895 |
| 27 Jun | ₹14,540 | ₹14,540 | ₹14,540 |
| 26 Jun | ₹11,589 | ₹11,589 | ₹11,589 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Dal Mix today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Oct 2026, DADRI APMC set the pace for Dal Mix. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.