In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,045 per quintal in Patharia APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,145
- Lowest Price Today₹5,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,045
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Gram)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) about 4.8% above the period average, and just 4.1% 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
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 Mandsaur APMC | ₹6,923 |
| 9 Sanawad APMC | ₹6,905 |
| 10 Pune APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Dewas APMC | ₹6,740 |
| 12 Narsinghpur APMC | ₹6,700 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,600 (38.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Patharia APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,305, with the average around ₹5,770. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹6,145 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,045 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,855 | ₹5,695 | ₹5,855 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,165 | ₹5,280 | ₹6,165 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,150 | ₹5,555 | ₹6,150 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,990 | ₹5,085 | ₹5,990 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,005 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,005 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,305 | ₹4,295 | ₹6,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,060 | ₹5,390 | ₹5,940 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,135 | ₹5,625 | ₹6,005 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,050 | ₹5,450 | ₹5,995 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,945 | ₹5,685 | ₹5,880 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,975 | ₹5,145 | ₹5,940 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,030 | ₹5,855 | ₹6,030 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,065 | ₹4,570 | ₹5,955 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,015 | ₹5,255 | ₹5,990 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,040 | ₹5,880 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,975 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,960 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,900 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,860 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,970 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,930 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,855 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,785 |
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
For Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole), the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
In a nutshell, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was priced at this level in Patharia APMC on 18 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.