As the 15 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Palakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole), clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,300 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What Put Palakkad Market APMC on Top Today
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Average (Whole))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) about 16.2% above the period average, and just 6.4% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 15 Oct 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 | ₹10,300 |
| 2 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,975 |
| 3 Dhari APMC | ₹8,530 |
| 4 Indore APMC | ₹7,795 |
| 5 Jammalamadugu APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 6 APMC Pune APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 7 Sindhanur APMC | ₹7,650 |
| 8 Barshi(Vairag) APMC | ₹7,601 |
| 9 Damoh APMC | ₹7,550 |
| 10 APMC Chikali APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Savarkundla APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,800 (37.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹7,500 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹8,866. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,300 |
| 14 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,300 |
| 25 Sep | ₹10,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,300 |
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
Before carting Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
The takeaway: Palakkad Market APMC was the market to beat for Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) on 15 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.