In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) was quoted at ₹7,204 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Lucknow APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,941
- Lowest Price Today₹7,143
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,204
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) about 0.8% below the period average, and just 25.4% 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 Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thoubal APMC Leader | ₹11,750 |
| 2 Imphal APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 3 Bishenpur APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 4 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹8,036 |
| 5 Meerut APMC | ₹7,973 |
| 6 Agra APMC | ₹7,967 |
| 7 Bareilly APMC | ₹7,772 |
| 8 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Hapur APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Golagokarnath APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Banthara APMC | ₹7,245 |
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 ₹4,505 (62.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹6,475 and ₹9,660, with the average around ₹7,264. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹7,950 | ₹7,950 | ₹7,950 |
| 20 Oct | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
| 18 Oct | ₹8,775 | ₹7,635 | ₹7,875 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,300 | ₹7,295 | ₹7,802 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,930 | ₹6,917 | ₹7,525 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,808 | ₹6,808 | ₹6,808 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,685 | ₹7,550 | ₹7,653 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,812 | ₹7,273 | ₹7,448 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹7,275 | ₹7,765 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,450 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,450 |
| 12 Sep | ₹8,994 | ₹7,675 | ₹8,119 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,735 | ₹7,735 | ₹7,735 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,688 | ₹7,650 | ₹7,669 |
| 05 Sep | ₹9,633 | ₹6,475 | ₹6,621 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,674 | ₹6,950 | ₹7,269 |
| 30 Aug | ₹9,017 | ₹7,143 | ₹7,219 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,658 | ₹6,658 | ₹6,658 |
| 26 Aug | ₹7,375 | ₹7,375 | ₹7,375 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,289 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,216 |
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
Before carting Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Lucknow APMC reported Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) at this level on 17 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.