In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,240 per quintal in Shujalpur APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,240
- Lowest Price Today₹5,280
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,240
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Gram)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 1.7% above the period average — just 42.2% 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 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Shujalpur 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 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.
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 Shujalpur APMC ranged between ₹1,866 and ₹10,801, with the average around ₹6,137. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹6,240 | ₹5,280 | ₹6,240 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,401 | ₹5,401 | ₹5,401 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,795 | ₹1,866 | ₹5,795 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,265 | ₹3,560 | ₹6,265 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,170 | ₹5,690 | ₹6,170 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,181 | ₹5,870 | ₹6,181 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,120 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,120 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,525 | ₹6,055 | ₹6,525 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,090 | ₹3,901 | ₹4,590 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,411 | ₹5,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,350 | ₹5,496 | ₹6,350 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,491 | ₹5,181 | ₹8,491 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,070 | ₹5,051 | ₹6,070 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,480 | ₹5,821 | ₹9,480 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,890 | ₹4,102 | ₹5,890 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,870 | ₹4,150 | ₹6,870 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,616 | ₹5,065 | ₹5,616 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,601 | ₹5,601 | ₹5,601 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,650 | ₹3,491 | ₹6,650 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,580 | ₹5,520 | ₹6,580 |
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
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 Shujalpur APMC on 18 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.