In the price report dated 18 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,003 per quintal in Chaurai APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,003
- Lowest Price Today₹5,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,003
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Desi (F.A.Q. Split))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 7.9% above the period average and right at 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
Here's how Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,300 |
| 2 Indore APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 3 Kalapipal APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 7 Kalyan APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 8 Sanawad APMC | ₹6,905 |
| 9 Pune APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Dewas APMC | ₹6,740 |
| 11 Narsinghpur APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 12 Jalana APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 (43.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Chaurai APMC ranged between ₹4,600 and ₹6,003, with the average around ₹5,561. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹6,003 | ₹5,200 | ₹6,003 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,001 | ₹6,001 | ₹6,001 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,350 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,350 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,722 | ₹5,722 | ₹5,722 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,201 | ₹5,201 | ₹5,201 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,899 | ₹5,899 | ₹5,899 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,860 | ₹5,661 | ₹5,860 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,901 | ₹5,750 | ₹5,901 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,670 | ₹4,826 | ₹5,670 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹5,205 | ₹5,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,303 | ₹5,303 | ₹5,303 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,851 | ₹5,851 | ₹5,851 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,301 | ₹5,301 | ₹5,301 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹5,575 | ₹5,700 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,740 | ₹5,550 | ₹5,740 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,570 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,570 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹5,090 | ₹5,700 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,550 | ₹5,150 | ₹5,550 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) traded at this rate in Chaurai APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.