Reading today's price tape for 18 Aug 2026, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) was quoted at ₹7,060 per quintal in Patharia APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,060
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,060
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 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.
Right now Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) is about 0.2% below the period average — just 9.8% 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
Here's how Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tanduru APMC Leader | ₹16,110 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹12,300 |
| 3 Varanasi APMC | ₹9,016 |
| 4 Kanigiri APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 5 Katni APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 6 Lingasugur APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Malkapur APMC | ₹8,155 |
| 8 Podili APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 9 Satna APMC | ₹8,065 |
| 10 Akola APMC | ₹8,005 |
| 11 Macharla APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Kalaburagi APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
At ₹8,110 (101.4%), 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) prices at Patharia APMC ranged between ₹3,600 and ₹7,825, with the average around ₹7,073. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹7,060 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,060 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,605 | ₹6,495 | ₹6,605 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,410 | ₹6,325 | ₹6,410 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,085 | ₹7,085 | ₹7,085 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,265 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,265 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹7,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,245 | ₹7,205 | ₹7,245 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,305 | ₹5,400 | ₹7,305 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,445 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,445 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,750 | ₹7,750 | ₹7,750 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,490 | ₹6,490 | ₹6,490 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,595 | ₹7,595 | ₹7,595 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,555 | ₹7,205 | ₹7,555 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,825 | ₹6,625 | ₹7,825 |
| 14 Jul | ₹7,550 | ₹7,480 | ₹7,550 |
| 13 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,455 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹7,240 | ₹7,225 | ₹7,240 |
| 09 Jul | ₹6,075 | ₹5,905 | ₹6,075 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,790 | ₹4,505 | ₹5,790 |
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
For Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole), the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) changed hands at this rate in Patharia APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.