In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹4,305 per quintal in Garhakota APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) today.
01What's Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,305
- Lowest Price Today₹4,305
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,305
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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 23.9% below the period average and just 32.2% 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
This table ranks Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
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 ₹2,800 (43.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Garhakota APMC ranged between ₹2,535 and ₹6,350, with the average around ₹5,655. 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 | ₹4,305 | ₹4,305 | ₹4,305 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,350 | ₹4,670 | ₹6,045 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,075 | ₹5,795 | ₹6,010 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,025 | ₹5,975 | ₹6,025 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,780 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,160 | ₹5,935 | ₹6,160 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,425 | ₹5,425 | ₹5,425 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹3,905 | ₹6,155 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,130 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,075 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹2,535 | ₹5,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹5,355 | ₹6,065 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,090 | ₹5,795 | ₹6,015 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,165 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,115 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,115 | ₹5,680 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,390 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,390 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,075 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,900 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹5,725 | ₹5,935 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,925 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,900 | ₹5,875 | ₹5,900 |
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
Going to the top Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) traded at this rate in Garhakota 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.