In the price report dated 18 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,528 per quintal in Rahatgarh APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Rahatgarh APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,528
- Lowest Price Today₹5,528
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,528
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Desi (F.A.Q. Split))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) about 1.0% below the period average, and just 8.6% 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
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 Mandsaur APMC | ₹6,923 |
| 9 Sanawad APMC | ₹6,905 |
| 10 Pune APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Dewas APMC | ₹6,740 |
| 12 Narsinghpur APMC | ₹6,700 |
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.
That ₹2,600 (38.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Rahatgarh APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,050, with the average around ₹5,584. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹5,528 | ₹5,528 | ₹5,528 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,050 | ₹5,280 | ₹6,050 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,765 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,765 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,199 | ₹6,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,815 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,815 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,799 | ₹5,799 | ₹5,799 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,795 | ₹5,550 | ₹5,795 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,680 | ₹5,405 | ₹5,680 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,569 | ₹5,280 | ₹5,569 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,825 | ₹5,199 | ₹5,825 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,672 | ₹5,320 | ₹5,672 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,566 | ₹5,481 | ₹5,566 |
| 11 Jul | ₹5,705 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,530 | ₹5,255 | ₹5,530 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,405 | ₹5,405 | ₹5,405 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 07 Jul | ₹5,651 | ₹5,651 | ₹5,651 |
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
For Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole), the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Rahatgarh APMC reported Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) at this level on 18 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.