Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,100 per quintal in Jammalamadugu APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,200
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Average (Whole))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.9% below the period average and just 4.7% 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 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,300 |
| 2 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,350 |
| 3 Indore APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Muradabad APMC | ₹8,201 |
| 5 Kalapipal APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 6 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 7 Ashta APMC | ₹7,551 |
| 8 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 10 Kalyan APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 11 Sitmau APMC | ₹7,150 |
| 12 Mandsaur APMC | ₹6,923 |
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 ₹2,377 (34.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Jammalamadugu APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹6,400, with the average around ₹6,157. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
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 tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) traded at this rate in Jammalamadugu 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.