Looking at how the yards traded on 19 Aug 2026, Palakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole), clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,500 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Rate
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Average (Whole))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 7.6% above the period average — just 5.0% 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 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Palakkad Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Bangarpet APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Indore APMC | ₹7,905 |
| 4 Ashta APMC | ₹7,710 |
| 5 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 8 Sanawad APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 9 Pune APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 10 Mandsaur APMC | ₹6,701 |
| 11 Ratlam APMC | ₹6,560 |
| 12 Jamnagar APMC | ₹6,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole).
The ₹3,100 (48.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
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 ₹8,833. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,300 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) found its strongest bid at Palakkad Market APMC on 19 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.