With the 17 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,701 per quintal in Akodiya APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,701
- Lowest Price Today₹3,356
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,701
- 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.
This puts Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) about 3.2% below the period average, and just 24.0% 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
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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹2,600 (38.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Akodiya APMC ranged between ₹3,251 and ₹7,502, with the average around ₹5,890. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹5,701 | ₹3,356 | ₹5,701 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,315 | ₹5,315 | ₹5,315 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹4,690 | ₹5,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,301 | ₹3,399 | ₹6,301 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,911 | ₹5,740 | ₹5,911 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹5,701 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,555 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,555 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,101 | ₹6,010 | ₹7,101 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,941 | ₹4,001 | ₹5,941 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,690 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,690 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,261 | ₹5,261 | ₹5,261 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,741 | ₹5,301 | ₹5,741 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,750 | ₹5,311 | ₹5,750 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,540 | ₹5,540 | ₹5,540 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,010 | ₹3,251 | ₹6,010 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,600 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,401 | ₹5,500 |
| 09 Jul | ₹7,330 | ₹5,300 | ₹7,330 |
| 08 Jul | ₹4,858 | ₹4,858 | ₹4,858 |
| 07 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,901 | ₹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
The day's best Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Akodiya 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.