As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹7,551 per quintal in Ashta APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) yards.
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₹7,551
- Lowest Price Today₹7,551
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,551
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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 20.3% above the period average and just 7.7% 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 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,350 |
| 3 Indore APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Muradabad APMC | ₹8,201 |
| 5 Kalapipal APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 6 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 7 Ashta APMC | ₹7,551 |
| 8 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 10 Kalyan APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 11 Sitmau APMC | ₹7,150 |
| 12 Mandsaur APMC | ₹6,923 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole).
The ₹2,377 (34.3%) 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 ₹6,275. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹7,501 | ₹6,696 | ₹7,501 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,551 | ₹7,551 | ₹7,551 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,801 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,801 | ₹4,001 | ₹6,140 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹4,001 | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,752 | ₹4,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,914 | ₹2,801 | ₹6,914 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,560 | ₹4,601 | ₹6,501 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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 18 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) traded at this rate in Ashta 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.