From today's trading desk on 16 Jul 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,650 per quintal in Nalkehda APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
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₹5,650
- Lowest Price Today₹5,470
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Jul 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Gram)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) is about 3.9% above the period average — just 2.6% 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
The table below lines up Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 16 Jul 2026, so you can see where Nalkehda APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Jamanian APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Indore APMC | ₹8,065 |
| 4 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 6 Sanawad APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 7 Pune APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 8 APMC CHOPADA APMC | ₹6,682 |
| 9 Khargone APMC | ₹6,680 |
| 10 Akola APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Dewas APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 12 Baktara APMC | ₹6,358 |
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 ₹2,142 (33.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Nalkehda APMC ranged between ₹4,601 and ₹5,799, with the average around ₹5,440. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Aug | ₹5,799 | ₹5,260 | ₹5,799 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,601 | ₹4,601 | ₹4,601 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,740 | ₹5,740 | ₹5,740 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,395 | ₹5,395 | ₹5,395 |
| 19 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,650 | ₹5,470 | ₹5,650 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,466 | ₹5,401 | ₹5,466 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,270 | ₹5,400 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,380 | ₹5,380 | ₹5,380 |
| 07 Jul | ₹5,521 | ₹5,521 | ₹5,521 |
| 06 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Jul | ₹5,480 | ₹5,480 | ₹5,480 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,575 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,575 |
| 02 Jul | ₹5,550 | ₹5,530 | ₹5,550 |
| 01 Jul | ₹5,450 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,450 |
| 30 Jun | ₹5,390 | ₹5,390 | ₹5,390 |
| 25 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Jun | ₹5,520 | ₹5,480 | ₹5,520 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Nalkehda APMC logged this Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rate on 16 Jul 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.