Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,900 per quintal in Vidisha 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
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,601
- Lowest Price Today₹4,650
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Gram)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.3% above the period average and just 11.3% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 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.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Vidisha APMC ranged between ₹1,861 and ₹6,651, with the average around ₹5,883. 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 | ₹6,601 | ₹4,650 | ₹5,900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,560 | ₹5,406 | ₹6,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,476 | ₹5,001 | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹5,200 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,420 | ₹5,350 | ₹6,115 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,481 | ₹4,701 | ₹6,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,651 | ₹5,200 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,651 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,325 | ₹6,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,350 | ₹4,900 | ₹6,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,476 | ₹2,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,454 | ₹3,660 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,541 | ₹5,200 | ₹6,325 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,481 | ₹5,542 | ₹5,900 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,471 | ₹1,861 | ₹6,471 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,491 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,401 | ₹5,334 | ₹6,370 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,271 | ₹5,201 | ₹5,700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,271 | ₹3,900 | ₹6,016 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,211 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,900 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Vidisha APMC posted this Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.