Turning to the 20 Aug 2026 APMC board, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) was quoted at ₹3,060 per quintal in Laxmeshwar APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Laxmeshwar APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,060
- Lowest Price Today₹3,060
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,060
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityRed Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) (Arhar (Whole))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) about 27.0% below the period average, and just 53.4% 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 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹13,100 |
| 2 Kanigiri APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 3 Dudhani APMC | ₹8,276 |
| 4 Podili APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 5 Macharla APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 6 Lingasugur APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 7 Akola APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 8 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Aurad Shahajani APMC | ₹7,850 |
| 10 Dhone APMC | ₹7,770 |
| 11 Basava Kalayana APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Bhainsa APMC | ₹7,739 |
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.
A spread of ₹5,361 (69.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) prices at Laxmeshwar APMC ranged between ₹1,515 and ₹6,565, with the average around ₹4,192. 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 | ₹3,060 | ₹3,060 | ₹3,060 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,390 | ₹4,390 | ₹4,390 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,729 | ₹3,639 | ₹4,285 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,565 | ₹3,439 | ₹5,235 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,912 | ₹3,019 | ₹3,852 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,650 | ₹3,050 | ₹4,295 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,643 | ₹3,643 | ₹3,643 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,063 | ₹2,115 | ₹5,267 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,919 | ₹3,838 | ₹3,899 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,852 | ₹3,869 | ₹5,215 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,919 | ₹3,919 | ₹3,919 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,409 | ₹4,409 | ₹4,409 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,012 | ₹3,350 | ₹4,681 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,644 | ₹2,115 | ₹5,189 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,499 | ₹2,015 | ₹3,354 |
| 10 Jul | ₹3,913 | ₹2,015 | ₹3,109 |
| 06 Jul | ₹5,609 | ₹1,565 | ₹3,922 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,519 | ₹2,519 | ₹2,519 |
| 03 Jul | ₹4,560 | ₹1,515 | ₹3,396 |
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
Going to the top Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) was priced at this level in Laxmeshwar APMC on 20 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.