In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Jhalarapatan APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Jhalarapatan APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (999)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) about 11.8% above the period average, and just 7.9% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Sanawad APMC | ₹6,905 |
| 9 Pune APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Dewas APMC | ₹6,740 |
| 11 Narsinghpur APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 12 Jalana APMC | ₹6,500 |
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).
The ₹2,800 (43.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Jhalarapatan APMC ranged between ₹4,900 and ₹6,518, with the average around ₹5,369. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,518 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,201 | ₹5,201 | ₹5,201 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,650 | ₹5,650 | ₹5,650 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,650 | ₹5,650 | ₹5,650 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,522 | ₹5,522 | ₹5,522 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,412 | ₹5,412 | ₹5,412 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,391 | ₹5,391 | ₹5,391 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,550 | ₹5,550 | ₹5,550 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,431 | ₹5,431 | ₹5,431 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,410 | ₹5,150 | ₹5,350 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,275 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,510 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,385 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,210 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,150 |
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, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was priced at this level in Jhalarapatan APMC on 18 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.