In today's crop-price rundown for 12 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Katni 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
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,351
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Gram)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) about 3.4% above the period average, and just 6.2% 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
This table ranks Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thoubal APMC Leader | ₹8,750 |
| 2 Bishenpur APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,350 |
| 4 Imphal APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 6 Varanasi APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 8 Akola APMC | ₹7,350 |
| 9 Hospet APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Kalyan APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 11 Sindhanur APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 12 Pune APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
At ₹2,000 (29.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Katni APMC ranged between ₹2,790 and ₹6,395, with the average around ₹5,803. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹6,351 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,290 | ₹4,401 | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,302 | ₹4,700 | ₹6,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,380 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,378 | ₹5,300 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,395 | ₹3,030 | ₹6,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹5,150 | ₹6,150 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,151 | ₹4,201 | ₹5,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,251 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,150 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,980 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,212 | ₹2,790 | ₹6,051 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,950 | ₹5,950 | ₹5,950 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,950 | ₹5,950 | ₹5,950 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,050 | ₹6,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,161 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,050 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,125 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,850 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,089 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,076 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,044 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,975 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,700 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was priced at this level in Katni APMC on 12 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.