With the 12 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Palakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole), clocking the day's best rate at ₹12,600 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What Put Palakkad Market APMC on Top Today
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,500
- Lowest Price Today₹11,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Sep 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.
Today's rate is about 4.7% below the period average and just 23.6% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) rates across the markets that reported on 12 Sep 2026, so you can see where Palakkad Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹12,600 |
| 2 Najibabad APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Katni APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 APMC Udgir APMC | ₹8,899 |
| 5 APMC Latur APMC | ₹8,760 |
| 6 APMC Nandura APMC | ₹8,751 |
| 7 APMC Amarawati APMC | ₹8,725 |
| 8 Kanigiri APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 9 APMC Akola APMC | ₹8,650 |
| 10 APMC Loha APMC | ₹8,617 |
| 11 APMC Aurad Shahajani APMC | ₹8,575 |
| 12 APMC Achalpur APMC | ₹8,550 |
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 ₹4,050 (47.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹11,000 and ₹16,500, with the average around ₹13,220. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Nov | ₹16,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,800 |
| 09 Nov | ₹15,500 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,800 |
| 07 Nov | ₹15,500 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,800 |
| 06 Nov | ₹15,500 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,800 |
| 05 Nov | ₹16,000 | ₹14,500 | ₹15,300 |
| 04 Nov | ₹16,000 | ₹14,500 | ₹15,300 |
| 03 Nov | ₹16,000 | ₹14,500 | ₹15,300 |
| 02 Nov | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,600 |
| 31 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,600 |
| 30 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,600 |
| 29 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,500 | ₹15,300 |
| 28 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,500 | ₹15,300 |
| 27 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,500 | ₹15,300 |
| 26 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,500 | ₹15,300 |
| 24 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,500 | ₹15,300 |
| 23 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,500 | ₹15,300 |
| 22 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,500 | ₹15,300 |
| 19 Oct | ₹15,500 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,800 |
| 17 Oct | ₹15,500 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹15,500 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,800 |
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
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
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
Bottom line: on 12 Sep 2026, Palakkad Market APMC set the pace for Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole). Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.