With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) was quoted at ₹7,951 per quintal in Karmala APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,951
- Lowest Price Today₹7,951
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,951
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityRed Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) about 15.0% above the period average, and just 0.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 Hinganghat APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 8 Malkapur APMC | ₹8,155 |
| 9 Podili APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 10 Jalana APMC | ₹8,075 |
| 11 Satna APMC | ₹8,065 |
| 12 Khamgaon APMC | ₹8,012 |
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.
A spread of ₹8,098 (101.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) prices at Karmala APMC ranged between ₹4,200 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,914. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹7,951 | ₹7,951 | ₹7,951 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,701 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,625 | ₹7,625 | ₹7,625 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,001 | ₹7,200 |
| 08 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,251 |
| 07 Jul | ₹7,050 | ₹7,050 | ₹7,050 |
| 06 Jul | ₹7,350 | ₹7,350 | ₹7,350 |
| 03 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 02 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 01 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
In a nutshell, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) was priced at this level in Karmala APMC on 18 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.