With the 23 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) was quoted at ₹12,901 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Varanasi APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,910
- Lowest Price Today₹12,897
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,901
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityRed Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) about 22.1% above the period average, and just 1.9% 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
The table below lines up Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) rates across the markets that reported on 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Varanasi 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 Varanasi APMC | ₹12,901 |
| 3 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹12,300 |
| 4 Kanigiri APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 5 Udgir APMC | ₹8,315 |
| 6 Katni APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 7 Podili APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 8 Anajngaon APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 9 Agriculture Produce Market Committee Katol APMC | ₹7,850 |
| 10 Saharanpur APMC | ₹7,675 |
| 11 Paithan APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 12 Shevgaon APMC | ₹7,500 |
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 ₹6,900 (92.0%) 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 This Week Trend
Over the past week, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹13,157, with the average around ₹10,564. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹12,910 | ₹12,897 | ₹12,901 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹10,875 | ₹7,450 | ₹9,016 |
| 27 Jul | ₹13,157 | ₹12,456 | ₹12,593 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,022 |
| 26 Jun | ₹12,716 | ₹12,538 | ₹12,656 |
| 25 Jun | ₹13,104 | ₹12,631 | ₹12,656 |
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 often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Red Gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) was priced at this level in Varanasi APMC on 23 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.