In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Sinner APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) today.
01What's Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,600
- Lowest Price Today₹4,615
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 1.7% above the period average and just 9.2% 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
This table ranks Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole).
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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Sinner APMC ranged between ₹3,700 and ₹6,060, with the average around ₹5,410. 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 | ₹5,600 | ₹4,615 | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹4,375 | ₹5,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,005 | ₹6,005 | ₹6,005 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,060 | ₹5,875 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,195 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹4,305 | ₹5,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,280 | ₹4,280 | ₹4,280 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,770 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,735 | ₹3,700 | ₹5,550 |
| 10 Jul | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,770 | ₹5,770 | ₹5,770 |
| 06 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 02 Jul | ₹4,410 | ₹4,110 | ₹4,400 |
| 01 Jul | ₹5,055 | ₹5,055 | ₹5,055 |
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, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Sinner APMC posted this Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rate on 18 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.