Checking the day's mandi numbers for 20 Aug 2026, Palakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole), clocking the day's best rate at ₹13,100 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) board.
01What Put Palakkad Market APMC on Top Today
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityRed Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) (Arhar Dal(Tur))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) is about 6.6% above the period average, sitting just 6.4% 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
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 Podili APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 4 Lingasugur APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 5 Macharla APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 6 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Dhone APMC | ₹7,770 |
| 8 Nagpur APMC | ₹7,733 |
| 9 Murum APMC | ₹7,709 |
| 10 Akola APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 11 Suryapeta APMC | ₹7,629 |
| 12 Ausa APMC | ₹7,576 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole).
A spread of ₹5,524 (72.9%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹11,000 and ₹14,000, with the average around ₹12,291. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,100 |
| 19 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,300 |
| 17 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,300 | ₹12,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,300 | ₹12,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹11,800 | ₹12,700 |
| 08 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹11,800 | ₹12,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹11,800 | ₹12,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,400 | ₹12,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,400 | ₹12,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹11,400 | ₹12,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹12,500 | ₹11,400 | ₹12,000 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Palakkad Market APMC led Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) 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.