In the mandi rate roundup for 12 Aug 2026, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) was quoted at ₹6,250 per quintal in Katni APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityRed Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) (Arhar Dal(Tur))
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.
This puts Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) about 17.0% below the period average, and just 26.8% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanigiri APMC Leader | ₹8,700 |
| 2 Malkapur APMC | ₹8,170 |
| 3 Podili APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 4 Satna APMC | ₹8,060 |
| 5 Jabalpur APMC | ₹8,053 |
| 6 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Macharla APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Wardha APMC | ₹7,875 |
| 9 Amarawati APMC | ₹7,824 |
| 10 Shekari Krushi Khajgi Bazar, Arni, Dist Yavatmal APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Barshi(Vairag) APMC | ₹7,701 |
| 12 Achalpur APMC | ₹7,650 |
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 ₹1,050 (13.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) prices at Katni APMC ranged between ₹2,550 and ₹8,535, with the average around ₹7,534. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,031 | ₹4,031 | ₹4,031 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,082 | ₹7,912 | ₹8,082 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,250 | ₹6,585 | ₹8,063 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,250 | ₹8,008 | ₹8,086 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹5,840 | ₹7,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,145 | ₹8,001 | ₹8,145 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,951 | ₹6,001 | ₹6,141 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,128 | ₹8,128 | ₹8,128 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,812 | ₹3,800 | ₹5,812 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,088 | ₹7,650 | ₹8,088 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,104 | ₹7,750 | ₹8,104 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,150 | ₹6,550 | ₹8,150 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,900 |
| 26 Jul | ₹8,051 | ₹7,978 | ₹8,051 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,450 | ₹2,550 | ₹8,008 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,231 | ₹8,013 | ₹8,231 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹6,800 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) 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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) was priced at this level in Katni APMC on 12 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.