Based on what the markets reported on 17 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,550 per quintal in Himatnagar APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,710
- Lowest Price Today₹5,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Desi (Whole))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) is about 2.4% above the period average, sitting just 17.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 Varanasi APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 8 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 9 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 11 Pune APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 12 Harda APMC | ₹6,472 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹2,828 (43.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Himatnagar APMC ranged between ₹4,525 and ₹6,750, with the average around ₹5,421. 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 | ₹5,710 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,550 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,750 | ₹6,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,750 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,910 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,600 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹4,860 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,660 | ₹5,405 | ₹5,600 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,250 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 07 Jul | ₹4,750 | ₹4,525 | ₹4,750 |
| 30 Jun | ₹5,655 | ₹4,850 | ₹5,200 |
| 22 Jun | ₹5,205 | ₹4,750 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Jun | ₹5,205 | ₹4,750 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Jun | ₹5,400 | ₹4,850 | ₹5,200 |
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
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 sum up, this was the Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rate at Himatnagar APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.