Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,071 per quintal in Agar 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 mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,071
- Lowest Price Today₹5,701
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,071
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Gram)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) is about 7.9% above the period average — just 16.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole).
The ₹2,600 (38.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Agar APMC ranged between ₹3,100 and ₹7,270, with the average around ₹5,624. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,071 | ₹5,701 | ₹6,071 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,570 | ₹3,100 | ₹5,570 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,981 | ₹4,801 | ₹5,981 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,210 | ₹5,210 | ₹5,210 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,151 | ₹5,980 | ₹6,151 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,101 | ₹5,200 | ₹6,101 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,270 | ₹6,270 | ₹6,270 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,681 | ₹4,499 | ₹5,681 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,203 | ₹4,551 | ₹6,203 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,690 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,690 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,650 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,650 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹4,399 | ₹5,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,700 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,626 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,626 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,861 | ₹4,701 | ₹5,861 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,271 | ₹5,191 | ₹6,271 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,681 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,600 |
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
Farmers comparing Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
In short, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) changed hands at this rate in Agar APMC on 17 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.