Checking the day's mandi numbers for 20 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,151 per quintal in Basava Kalayana APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Basava Kalayana APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,151
- Lowest Price Today₹6,151
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,151
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Average (Whole))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) is about 7.4% above the period average — just 4.6% 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
Here's how Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Jaunpur APMC | ₹8,877 |
| 3 Bishenpur APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 4 Thoubal APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 5 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Imphal APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Ashta APMC | ₹7,880 |
| 8 Akodiya APMC | ₹7,850 |
| 9 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Ahilyanagar APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 11 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 12 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
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 ₹2,100 (28.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Basava Kalayana APMC ranged between ₹3,900 and ₹6,450, with the average around ₹5,729. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹6,151 | ₹6,151 | ₹6,151 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,250 | ₹5,150 | ₹5,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,226 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,181 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,450 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,350 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,275 | ₹5,350 | ₹5,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,380 | ₹5,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,750 | ₹5,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,850 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹5,950 | ₹6,250 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,341 | ₹4,950 | ₹6,100 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,350 | ₹3,900 | ₹5,950 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,171 | ₹5,200 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,931 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,711 | ₹5,711 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,750 | ₹4,200 | ₹5,650 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,700 |
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
Going to the top Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) changed hands at this rate in Basava Kalayana APMC on 20 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.