Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,920 per quintal in Sagar APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Sagar 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₹6,070
- Lowest Price Today₹4,850
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,920
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Gram)
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.
This puts Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) about 2.8% above the period average, and just 6.0% 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
The table below lines up Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Sagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,300 |
| 2 Thoubal APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Bishenpur APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 4 Imphal APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Varanasi APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 9 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 12 Pune APMC | ₹6,700 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹2,600 (38.8%), 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 Sagar APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹6,295, with the average around ₹5,758. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,070 | ₹4,850 | ₹5,920 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,270 | ₹5,225 | ₹6,150 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,295 | ₹5,300 | ₹6,150 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,075 | ₹4,300 | ₹5,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,165 | ₹5,065 | ₹6,055 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,260 | ₹3,455 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,235 | ₹5,080 | ₹6,005 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,185 | ₹2,500 | ₹5,930 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹4,400 | ₹5,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,130 | ₹4,705 | ₹5,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,145 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,090 | ₹5,005 | ₹5,975 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,045 | ₹5,240 | ₹5,890 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,030 | ₹3,800 | ₹5,855 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,140 | ₹4,910 | ₹5,875 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,070 | ₹2,905 | ₹5,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,150 | ₹5,005 | ₹5,805 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,050 | ₹5,005 | ₹5,880 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,950 | ₹4,405 | ₹5,500 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Sagar APMC reported Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) 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.