Across the reporting yards on 17 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,050 per quintal in Aron APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,050
- Lowest Price Today₹5,770
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,050
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Gram)
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 4.0% above the period average and just 7.0% short of 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 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,300 |
| 2 Thoubal APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Bishenpur APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 4 Imphal APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Varanasi APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 9 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 12 Pune 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.
That ₹2,600 (38.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Aron APMC ranged between ₹4,905 and ₹6,505, with the average around ₹5,815. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,050 | ₹5,770 | ₹6,050 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,280 | ₹5,155 | ₹6,280 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,280 | ₹5,760 | ₹6,095 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,116 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,025 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,060 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,050 | ₹6,050 | ₹6,050 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,280 | ₹5,695 | ₹6,020 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,350 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,350 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,226 | ₹5,935 | ₹6,226 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,905 | ₹5,905 | ₹5,905 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,775 | ₹5,775 | ₹5,775 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,025 | ₹5,855 | ₹6,025 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,105 | ₹5,830 | ₹5,890 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,850 | ₹5,850 | ₹5,850 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,275 | ₹5,455 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,225 | ₹5,405 | ₹6,225 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,990 | ₹5,890 | ₹5,990 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,505 | ₹5,605 | ₹6,505 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,230 | ₹5,655 | ₹5,880 |
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
Farmers comparing Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) traded at this rate in Aron 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.