In the day's wholesale-price digest for 04 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,640 per quintal in Ashta APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Ashta APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,860
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,640
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Gram)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) is about 7.1% above the period average — just 18.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 04 Aug 2026, so you can see where Ashta APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,200 |
| 2 Thoubal APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Kakching Market APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 4 Bishenpur APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 5 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 6 Imphal APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹7,989 |
| 8 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Kalyan APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 12 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,050 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹2,150 (30.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Ashta APMC ranged between ₹2,490 and ₹8,181, with the average around ₹6,197. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹7,301 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,681 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,860 | ₹2,500 | ₹6,640 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,201 | ₹6,940 | ₹7,201 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,825 | ₹4,200 | ₹5,850 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,470 | ₹5,550 | ₹6,071 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,650 | ₹4,300 | ₹6,150 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,790 | ₹4,751 | ₹6,790 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,300 | ₹3,801 | ₹6,501 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,101 | ₹6,450 | ₹8,101 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,411 | ₹4,661 | ₹6,411 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,895 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,895 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,795 | ₹4,101 | ₹6,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,680 | ₹5,680 | ₹5,680 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,575 | ₹2,800 | ₹6,575 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,940 | ₹4,197 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,451 | ₹3,802 | ₹5,751 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,941 | ₹3,601 | ₹5,871 |
| 10 Jul | ₹6,251 | ₹2,490 | ₹5,700 |
| 09 Jul | ₹7,210 | ₹2,801 | ₹6,000 |
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
The day's best Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Ashta APMC logged this Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rate on 04 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.