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July 15, 2025: Arhar (Tur) Dal Prices Continue to Rise in UP – Mohammadi Touches ₹11,200 Per Quintal

Arhar Dal

Big news for farmers and pulse traders! Arhar (Tur) dal prices in Uttar Pradesh mandis are witnessing a strong upward trend once again. Between July 9 and July 15, 2025, prices have increased by ₹50 to ₹300 per quintal in various markets. In Mohammadi mandi, prices have reached ₹11,200 per quintal, marking the highest level of the season so far. Gonda mandi also registered a direct jump of ₹300 — more than a 3% increase. This trend clearly indicates strong and consistent demand for arhar, while supply remains limited.

These market conditions create a profitable opportunity for farmers, and for wholesale traders, it’s time to rethink stockholding strategies. If you want to know how prices have changed in your local mandi and what to expect going forward, read this detailed report for mandi-wise comparisons and insights on why prices are rising.

How Much Have Arhar Dal Prices Increased? Mandi-Wise Comparison (9 to 14/15 July):

Mandi	Price on 9 July (₹/quintal)	Price on 14/15 July (₹/quintal)	Price Change (₹)
Mohammadi	₹ 11,030	₹ 11,200	₹ 170
Meerut	₹ 10,480	₹ 10,540	₹ 60
Shamli	₹ 10,480	₹ 10,520	₹ 40
Moradabad	₹ 10,500	₹ 10,525	₹ 25
Nawabganj	₹ 10,100	₹ 10,200	₹ 100
Gonda	₹ 9,900	₹ 10,200	₹ 300
Bahraich	₹ 10,150	₹ 10,200	₹ 50
Balrampur	₹ 10,100	₹ 10,200	₹ 100
Gorakhpur	₹ 10,000	₹ 10,100	₹ 100
Sitapur	₹ 10,020	₹ 10,100	₹ 80
Mathura	₹ 9,950	₹ 10,000	₹ 50
Ghazipur	₹ 9,910	₹ 10,000	₹ 90
Hathras	₹ 9,770	₹ 9,880	₹ 110
Jaunpur	₹ 9,900	₹ 9,950	₹ 50

Where Did Arhar Dal Prices Rise the Most?

Between July 9 and 14–15, 2025, almost all mandis in Uttar Pradesh showed positive price movement for arhar dal. The highest spike was recorded in Gonda mandi, where prices jumped from ₹9900 to ₹10200 per quintal — a ₹300 rise (3.03%). Mohammadi mandi also saw a significant ₹170 increase, reaching the season's peak at ₹11,200 per quintal. In Meerut, Shamli, and Moradabad, where prices were already high, minor gains of ₹25 to ₹60 were seen, indicating sustained demand for high-quality tur dal.

Mandis like Nawabganj, Bahraich, Balrampur, and Gorakhpur reported gains of up to ₹100, showing a steady demand-supply balance. Meanwhile, Sitapur, Mathura, Hathras, and Jaunpur saw moderate increases between ₹50 and ₹110. Overall, the upward trend in arhar prices is clear, and if demand continues, further price hikes are expected in the coming weeks. This could benefit both farmers and traders if strategies are timed right.

Advice for Farmers and Traders:

Traders holding stock may benefit by waiting a little longer, as prices could strengthen further in the coming days.
If the government delays MSP announcement, open market prices may continue to climb.
Farmers preparing for new arhar crop sowing should take advantage of current high prices to plan effectively and secure better profits.