Pulling together the 18 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Guntakal APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Guntakal APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,800
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityRed Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) is about 0.3% above the period average — just 6.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanigiri APMC Leader | ₹8,700 |
| 2 Lingasugur APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 3 Podili APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 4 Macharla APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Akola APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 6 Dhone APMC | ₹7,663 |
| 7 Guntakal APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Dhari APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 9 Upleta APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Rajkot APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 11 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 12 Dhoraji APMC | ₹6,830 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹1,870 (27.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) prices at Guntakal APMC ranged between ₹5,800 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,475. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
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 Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) changed hands at this rate in Guntakal APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.