With the 16 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) was quoted at ₹8,150 per quintal in Katni APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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₹8,150
- Lowest Price Today₹7,998
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,150
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityRed Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) (Arhar Dal(Tur))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 8.0% above the period average and just 4.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 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 Kanigiri APMC Leader | ₹8,700 |
| 2 Katni APMC | ₹8,150 |
| 3 Podili APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 4 Agriculture Produce Market Committee Katol APMC | ₹7,350 |
| 5 Buldhana APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 6 Paithan APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 7 Parola APMC | ₹3,100 |
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 ₹5,600 (180.6%) 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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
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 ₹7,546. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹8,150 | ₹7,998 | ₹8,150 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,089 | ₹8,089 | ₹8,089 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,150 | ₹6,439 | ₹7,994 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,031 | ₹4,031 | ₹4,031 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,082 | ₹7,912 | ₹8,082 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,250 | ₹6,585 | ₹8,063 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,250 | ₹8,008 | ₹8,086 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹5,840 | ₹7,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,145 | ₹8,001 | ₹8,145 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,951 | ₹6,001 | ₹6,141 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,128 | ₹8,128 | ₹8,128 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,812 | ₹3,800 | ₹5,812 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) traded at this rate in Katni APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.