Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,915 per quintal in Jeerapur APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Jeerapur APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,915
- Lowest Price Today₹5,695
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,915
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
Today's rate is about 7.5% 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
This table ranks Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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.
At ₹2,600 (38.8%), 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 Jeerapur APMC ranged between ₹4,400 and ₹5,915, with the average around ₹5,502. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹5,915 | ₹5,695 | ₹5,915 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,780 | ₹5,780 | ₹5,780 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,540 | ₹5,540 | ₹5,540 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,860 | ₹5,325 | ₹5,860 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,740 | ₹5,740 | ₹5,740 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,770 | ₹5,770 | ₹5,770 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,730 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,730 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,790 | ₹5,790 | ₹5,790 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,830 | ₹5,830 | ₹5,830 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,640 | ₹5,180 | ₹5,640 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,454 | ₹5,320 | ₹5,375 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,305 | ₹5,600 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,380 | ₹5,150 | ₹5,380 |
| 11 Jul | ₹5,260 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Jeerapur APMC posted this Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.