Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹8,750 per quintal in Thoubal APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Desi (Whole))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 0.0% above the period average and just 2.8% 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 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 8 Pune APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 9 Lingasugur APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Taleja APMC | ₹6,330 |
| 11 Sindhanur APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Urvakonda APMC | ₹6,300 |
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 ₹3,000 (47.6%) 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 Thoubal APMC ranged between ₹8,500 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,750. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 14 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 13 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) traded at this rate in Thoubal APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.