Turning to the 18 Oct 2026 APMC board, Katni APMC stood at the front of the pack for Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole), clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,494 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) today.
01What Put Katni APMC on Top Today
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,494
- Lowest Price Today₹10,494
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,494
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date18 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.
Today's rate is about 32.2% above the period average and just 0.4% 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
This table ranks Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Katni APMC Leader | ₹10,494 |
| 2 Podili APMC | ₹8,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole).
The ₹2,094 (24.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) prices at Katni APMC ranged between ₹2,550 and ₹10,535, with the average around ₹7,937. 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 Oct | ₹10,494 | ₹10,494 | ₹10,494 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,499 | ₹7,300 | ₹8,499 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,535 | ₹9,400 | ₹10,535 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,599 | ₹5,600 | ₹8,599 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,660 | ₹7,501 | ₹8,660 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,423 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,256 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,400 | ₹7,300 | ₹9,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,476 | ₹6,130 | ₹9,476 |
| 20 Sep | ₹9,106 | ₹8,797 | ₹8,944 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,951 | ₹6,951 | ₹6,951 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,900 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,900 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹4,515 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,800 | ₹8,346 | ₹8,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,950 | ₹8,550 | ₹8,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,935 | ₹7,925 | ₹8,935 |
| 13 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,426 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,050 | ₹8,225 | ₹9,000 |
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 is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Katni APMC set the pace for Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole). Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.