With the 20 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Katni APMC stood at the front of the pack for Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole), clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,584 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) leader.
01What Put Katni APMC on Top Today
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,584
- Lowest Price Today₹10,584
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,584
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityRed Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) (Arhar Dal(Tur))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
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 32.4% above the period average and just 0.6% 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
Here's how Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Katni APMC Leader | ₹10,584 |
| 2 APMC Karmala APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 3 APMC Barshi APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Kanigiri APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 5 Tadipatri APMC | ₹5,850 |
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.
The ₹4,734 (80.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) prices at Katni APMC ranged between ₹2,550 and ₹10,651, with the average around ₹7,994. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹10,584 | ₹10,584 | ₹10,584 |
| 19 Oct | ₹10,651 | ₹9,750 | ₹10,651 |
| 18 Oct | ₹10,504 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,175 |
| 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 |
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
The day's best Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 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.