Reading today's price tape for 20 Aug 2026, Asansol APMC stood at the front of the pack for Peas(Dry), clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,935 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Peas(Dry) Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,850
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,935
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityPeas(Dry) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Peas(Dry) is about 1.2% above the period average, sitting just 1.6% 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
The table below lines up Peas(Dry) rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Asansol APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Asansol APMC Leader | ₹6,935 |
| 2 Mahoba APMC | ₹3,987 |
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.
The ₹2,948 (73.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Peas(Dry) prices at Asansol APMC ranged between ₹6,550 and ₹7,050, with the average around ₹6,854. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,850 | ₹6,935 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,875 | ₹6,950 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,785 | ₹6,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,925 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,850 | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,785 | ₹6,850 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,750 | ₹6,865 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,925 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,765 | ₹6,850 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,765 | ₹6,850 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,775 | ₹6,865 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,750 | ₹6,850 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,750 | ₹6,825 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,950 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,850 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,550 | ₹6,750 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,050 | ₹6,750 | ₹6,875 |
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 Peas(Dry) 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, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Asansol APMC led Peas(Dry) on 20 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.