In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,798 per quintal in Bassi APMC. This is one of several Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
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₹5,846
- Lowest Price Today₹5,751
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,798
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (999)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 5.4% above the period average and just 1.2% 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
The table below lines up Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Bassi 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 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.
That ₹3,000 (47.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Bassi APMC ranged between ₹4,700 and ₹5,867, with the average around ₹5,502. 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 | ₹5,846 | ₹5,751 | ₹5,798 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,811 | ₹5,811 | ₹5,811 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,741 | ₹5,724 | ₹5,732 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,808 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,754 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,842 | ₹5,842 | ₹5,842 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,825 | ₹5,681 | ₹5,753 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,867 | ₹5,685 | ₹5,776 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,821 | ₹5,791 | ₹5,806 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,751 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,675 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,739 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,669 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,750 | ₹5,775 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,765 | ₹5,551 | ₹5,658 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,763 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,731 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,815 | ₹5,401 | ₹5,608 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,720 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,610 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,675 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,437 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹5,101 | ₹5,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,766 | ₹5,668 | ₹5,717 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,722 | ₹5,570 | ₹5,646 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,724 | ₹5,636 | ₹5,680 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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, Bassi 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.