Pulling together the 12 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Palakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole), clocking the day's best rate at ₹14,100 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
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₹14,500
- Lowest Price Today₹13,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityRed Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) (Arhar Dal(Tur))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) is about 12.5% above the period average, sitting just 9.0% 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 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹14,100 |
| 2 Saunsar APMC | ₹11,010 |
| 3 APMC Murum APMC | ₹11,001 |
| 4 Zaheerabad APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 5 APMC Karanja APMC | ₹10,855 |
| 6 Kesamudram APMC | ₹10,739 |
| 7 APMC Aurad Shahajani APMC | ₹10,606 |
| 8 Basava Kalayana APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 9 APMC Wardha APMC | ₹10,550 |
| 10 APMC Morshi APMC | ₹10,535 |
| 11 Washim(Ansing) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 12 Damoh APMC | ₹10,210 |
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).
At ₹3,890 (38.1%), 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.
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 ₹15,500, with the average around ₹12,531. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹14,500 | ₹13,500 | ₹14,100 |
| 25 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,100 |
| 24 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,100 |
| 23 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,100 |
| 22 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,100 |
| 19 Sep | ₹15,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,300 |
| 18 Sep | ₹15,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,100 |
| 16 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,100 |
| 15 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,100 |
| 14 Sep | ₹13,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹13,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹13,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹13,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹13,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹13,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹13,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹13,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹13,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,800 |
| 02 Sep | ₹13,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,800 |
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
The day's best Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
To sum up, Palakkad Market APMC led Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) on 12 Oct 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.