In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,300 per quintal in Urvakonda APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,400
- Lowest Price Today₹6,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Gulabi)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) is about 1.4% below the period average — just 4.5% 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 Urvakonda APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thoubal APMC Leader | ₹8,750 |
| 2 Bishenpur APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Imphal APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Lingasugur APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Urvakonda APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 7 Proddatur APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Jammalamadugu APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 9 Parchur APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 10 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Maddipadu APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Giddalur APMC | ₹5,900 |
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 ₹2,850 (48.3%) 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 Urvakonda APMC ranged between ₹6,100 and ₹6,600, with the average around ₹6,388. 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 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,300 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,300 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 26 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
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
The day's best Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
To wrap up, Urvakonda APMC logged this Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rate on 17 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.