In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Oct 2026, Palakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole), clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,600 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Rate
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Average (Whole))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) is about 8.1% above the period average, sitting just 12.7% 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
The table below lines up Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 17 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 | ₹9,600 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 3 Bailahongal APMC | ₹8,053 |
| 4 Jammalamadugu APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 5 APMC Nagpur APMC | ₹7,525 |
| 6 Parchur APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Sanwer APMC | ₹7,338 |
| 8 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 9 Narsinghpur APMC | ₹7,225 |
| 10 Guntakal APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Ashta APMC | ₹7,191 |
| 12 APMC Latur APMC | ₹7,150 |
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 ₹2,450 (34.3%) 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 90-Day Trend
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 ₹8,883. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,600 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Palakkad Market APMC led Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) on 17 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.