Don't rush to sell arhar! prices range from ₹10,600 to just ₹5,000 per quintal; check the complete mandi list

Arhar Tur Mandi Bhav 26 October 2026: Farmers planning to sell their arhar (tur dal) crop should check the latest prices reported from mandis in Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra before making a decision. According to the latest mandi prices for October 26, 2026, Latur Market in Maharashtra recorded the highest price of ₹10,600 per quintal. Akot and Amravati markets followed closely, with prices reaching ₹10,550 per quintal. In Madhya Pradesh, the maximum price at Katni Market also climbed to ₹10,534.99 per quintal.

In terms of arrivals, Katni Market recorded the highest quantity at 461.59 tonnes, followed by Indore with 104.87 tonnes and Amravati in Maharashtra with 104.20 tonnes. The Minimum Support Price (MSP) for arhar is ₹8,450 per quintal. While several markets reported maximum prices above MSP, farmers received lower rates in some other markets.

Let's look at the latest arhar mandi prices across Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra.

Arhar Tur Mandi Prices Today in Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra (October 26, 2026):

Arrival and Price Comparison:

Latur Records the Highest Arhar Price at ₹10,600:

1. Among the listed markets, Latur in Maharashtra recorded the highest maximum price of ₹10,600 per quintal on October 26. The minimum price there was ₹9,000 per quintal.
2. Akot and Amravati followed, with maximum prices of ₹10,550 per quintal. Akola recorded a maximum of ₹10,385, while Ahmedpur reached ₹10,300 per quintal.
3. In Madhya Pradesh, Katni Market recorded a maximum price of ₹10,534.99 per quintal, with the minimum at ₹8,750. Silwani reported prices between ₹9,500 and ₹9,505 per quintal. By comparison, Indore recorded a minimum price of ₹6,725 and a maximum of ₹7,275 per quintal.
4. At the lower end of the price range, Jalna in Maharashtra recorded a maximum of just ₹5,000 per quintal, with a minimum of ₹4,980. Tumsar reported prices between ₹7,650 and ₹7,651 per quintal.
5. These figures highlight the considerable variation in arhar prices across the two states.

Katni Leads with 461.59 Tonnes of Arhar Arrivals:

1. Katni Market in Madhya Pradesh recorded the highest arrivals, with 461.59 tonnes of arhar. Despite receiving the largest quantity among the listed markets, its maximum price reached ₹10,534.99 per quintal.
2. Indore ranked second among the Madhya Pradesh markets, with arrivals of 104.87 tonnes. However, its maximum price was ₹7,275 per quintal.
3. In Maharashtra, Amravati recorded arrivals of 104.20 tonnes, with the maximum price reaching ₹10,550 per quintal. Other notable arrival figures included 52.20 tonnes in Akola, 20.40 tonnes in Latur and 15 tonnes in Washim (Ansing).
4. The comparison shows that higher arrivals did not necessarily correspond to lower maximum prices in every market. Actual rates can vary with crop quality, local demand, variety and bidding conditions.

Arhar Price Reaches ₹2,150 Above MSP:

The MSP for arhar is ₹8,450 per quintal. Several markets recorded maximum prices substantially above this benchmark.

1. Latur: ₹10,600 per quintal, which is ₹2,150 above MSP.
2. Akot and Amravati: ₹10,550 per quintal, or ₹2,100 above MSP.
3. Katni: ₹10,534.99 per quintal, which is ₹2,084.99 above MSP.
4. Akola: ₹10,385 per quintal, or ₹1,935 above MSP.

However, maximum prices remained below MSP in some markets. Indore recorded a maximum of ₹7,275 per quintal, which is ₹1,175 below MSP. Jalna's maximum price of ₹5,000 was ₹3,450 below MSP, while Tumsar's maximum of ₹7,651 was ₹799 below MSP.

Important: MSP is a government-announced benchmark, while the prices listed above are reported mandi rates. Farmers should check the applicable procurement arrangements and eligibility conditions rather than assume that every market transaction will take place at MSP.

Advice for Farmers:

1. Farmers planning to sell arhar should compare the minimum and maximum prices in nearby mandis before deciding where to take their produce. On October 26, markets such as Latur, Akot, Amravati and Katni recorded maximum prices above ₹10,500 per quintal, while rates in Indore, Jalna and Tumsar were considerably lower.
2. However, the highest quoted price does not guarantee that every farmer will receive that rate. The actual price depends on the quality of the produce, grading, local demand and the bidding process.
3. Before transporting arhar to a distant mandi, farmers should also calculate transport charges and other expenses. Comparing the likely selling price after these costs can help them make a more informed decision about where to sell their crop.

FAQs:

1. Where was the highest arhar price recorded on October 26, 2026?

Latur Market in Maharashtra recorded the highest maximum price at ₹10,600 per quintal.

2. What was the arhar price in Katni Market, Madhya Pradesh?

Katni Market recorded a minimum price of ₹8,750 and a maximum price of ₹10,534.99 per quintal.

3. What is the MSP of arhar?

The Minimum Support Price (MSP) for arhar is ₹8,450 per quintal.

4. Which market recorded the highest arhar arrivals?

Katni Market in Madhya Pradesh recorded the highest arrivals at 461.59 tonnes.

5. Does every farmer receive the maximum arhar mandi price?

No. The actual selling price depends on crop quality, grading, local demand and auction conditions. Farmers should confirm the latest market rates before selling their produce.