Based on what the markets reported on 18 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Banapura APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,299
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Desi (F.A.Q. Split))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) is about 47.6% below the period average, sitting just 52.4% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,300 |
| 2 Indore APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 3 Kalapipal APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 7 Kalyan APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 8 Sitmau APMC | ₹7,150 |
| 9 Mandsaur APMC | ₹6,923 |
| 10 Sanawad APMC | ₹6,905 |
| 11 Pune APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Dewas APMC | ₹6,740 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole).
A spread of ₹2,560 (38.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Banapura APMC ranged between ₹1,601 and ₹6,299, with the average around ₹5,728. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹6,299 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹4,099 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹3,200 | ₹5,850 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,150 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,150 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,901 | ₹5,452 | ₹5,901 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,226 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,226 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,900 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,250 | ₹4,310 | ₹6,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,199 | ₹5,901 | ₹6,199 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,209 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,209 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹2,711 | ₹6,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,912 | ₹5,751 | ₹5,912 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,201 | ₹4,200 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,176 | ₹1,601 | ₹6,176 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,139 | ₹5,451 | ₹6,139 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,083 | ₹3,400 | ₹6,083 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,001 | ₹1,901 | ₹6,001 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,051 | ₹2,201 | ₹6,051 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rate at Banapura APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.