Based on what the markets reported on 16 Oct 2026, Palakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole), clocking the day's best rate at ₹14,800 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) leader.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) Rate
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,500
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityRed Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) (Arhar Dal(Tur))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) is about 16.8% above the period average — just 7.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 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 | ₹14,800 |
| 2 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹14,400 |
| 3 Kasrawad APMC | ₹11,124 |
| 4 APMC Latur APMC | ₹10,400 |
| 5 APMC Digras APMC | ₹10,315 |
| 6 APMC Aurad Shahajani APMC | ₹10,300 |
| 7 APMC Wardha APMC | ₹10,300 |
| 8 APMC Karanja APMC | ₹10,180 |
| 9 APMC Pusad APMC | ₹10,095 |
| 10 APMC Savner APMC | ₹10,050 |
| 11 Vijayapura APMC | ₹10,018 |
| 12 Washim(Ansing) APMC | ₹10,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,800 (48.0%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹11,000 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹12,673. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹15,500 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹15,500 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,100 |
| 14 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,100 |
| 13 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,100 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) found its strongest bid at Palakkad Market APMC on 16 Oct 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.