Across the reporting yards on 05 Aug 2026, Palakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole), clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,200 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What Put Palakkad Market APMC on Top Today
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Average (Whole))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 5.3% above the period average and just 8.0% 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
This table ranks Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 05 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,200 |
| 2 Agra APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Thoubal APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 4 Bishenpur APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 5 Shamli APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 6 Indore APMC | ₹8,405 |
| 7 Imphal APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹7,813 |
| 9 Mandsaur APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 12 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
The ₹1,700 (22.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹7,500 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹8,740. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,300 |
| 18 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,300 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,300 |
| 16 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,500 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 05 Aug 2026, Palakkad Market APMC set the pace for Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole). Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.