Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,450 per quintal in Markapur APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) yards.
01What's Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,450
- Lowest Price Today₹5,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Desi (Whole))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 1.0% above the period average and right at the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Bengal Gram(Gram)(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 Urvakonda APMC Leader | ₹6,300 |
| 2 Proddatur APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 3 Lingasugur APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 4 Guntakal APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 5 Jammalamadugu APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 6 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Sailana APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Addanki APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 9 Maddipadu APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Giddalur APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Tadipatri APMC | ₹5,800 |
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.
At ₹500 (8.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Markapur APMC ranged between ₹5,100 and ₹5,450, with the average around ₹5,398. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,350 | ₹5,350 | ₹5,350 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) traded at this rate in Markapur APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.