Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Jul 2026, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) was quoted at ₹8,535 per quintal in Katni APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,535
- Lowest Price Today₹6,495
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,535
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Jul 2026
- CommodityRed Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) (Arhar Dal(Tur))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-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 10.5% above the period average, sitting right at 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
The table below lines up Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Jul 2026, so you can see where Katni APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Neeleswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹14,400 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹12,300 |
| 3 Katni APMC | ₹8,535 |
| 4 Malkapur APMC | ₹8,330 |
| 5 Lingasugur APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 6 Hinganghat APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 7 Jalana APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 8 Udgir APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 9 Vijayapura APMC | ₹8,222 |
| 10 Karanja APMC | ₹8,210 |
| 11 Basava Kalayana APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Latur APMC | ₹8,200 |
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.
That ₹6,200 (75.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) prices at Katni APMC ranged between ₹2,550 and ₹8,535, with the average around ₹7,723. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul | ₹8,105 | ₹7,998 | ₹8,105 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,088 | ₹7,650 | ₹8,088 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,104 | ₹7,750 | ₹8,104 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,150 | ₹6,550 | ₹8,150 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,900 |
| 26 Jul | ₹8,051 | ₹7,978 | ₹8,051 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,450 | ₹2,550 | ₹8,008 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,231 | ₹8,013 | ₹8,231 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹6,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹8,136 | ₹8,300 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,112 | ₹7,904 | ₹8,112 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,017 | ₹7,918 | ₹8,017 |
| 19 Jul | ₹8,060 | ₹7,986 | ₹8,060 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,535 | ₹6,495 | ₹8,535 |
| 17 Jul | ₹8,130 | ₹7,550 | ₹7,550 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,904 | ₹7,904 | ₹7,904 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹3,600 | ₹7,400 |
| 14 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,450 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,581 | ₹5,651 | ₹6,581 |
| 12 Jul | ₹7,950 | ₹6,941 | ₹7,950 |
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, 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
To sum up, this was the Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) rate at Katni APMC on 18 Jul 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.