In today's crop-price rundown for 17 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. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,500
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityRed Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) (Arhar Dal(Tur))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) about 16.8% above the period average, and just 7.5% 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 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹14,800 |
| 2 Gangavathi APMC | ₹13,400 |
| 3 APMC Akola APMC | ₹10,280 |
| 4 APMC Nagpur APMC | ₹10,025 |
| 5 Kalaburagi APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 APMC Latur APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 7 Suryapeta APMC | ₹9,644 |
| 8 Udaipura APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 9 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Raichur APMC | ₹8,869 |
| 12 Guntakal APMC | ₹8,800 |
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.
At ₹6,000 (68.2%), 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.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
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. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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
Farmers comparing Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Palakkad Market APMC was the market to beat for Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) on 17 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.