Reading today's price tape for 17 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,760 per quintal in Mangal Wedha APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
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₹5,760
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,760
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Other)
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.
Right now Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) is about 2.7% above the period average — just 4.2% 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 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mangal Wedha 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 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.
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 Mangal Wedha APMC ranged between ₹3,520 and ₹6,010, with the average around ₹5,609. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹5,760 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,760 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,850 | ₹4,820 | ₹5,510 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,810 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,650 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,010 | ₹6,010 | ₹6,010 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹4,510 | ₹5,010 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,850 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,850 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,550 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 06 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 02 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,010 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹5,700 | ₹3,520 | ₹5,700 |
| 18 Jun | ₹5,410 | ₹5,410 | ₹5,410 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
In short, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) changed hands at this rate in Mangal Wedha APMC on 17 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.