Based on what the markets reported on 19 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,671 per quintal in Ashta APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,671
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,671
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Gram)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) is about 6.6% above the period average, sitting just 18.5% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 19 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 | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Bangarpet APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Indore APMC | ₹7,905 |
| 4 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 6 Sanawad APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 7 Pune APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 8 Ashta APMC | ₹6,671 |
| 9 Harda APMC | ₹6,401 |
| 10 Jamnagar APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Jabalpur APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Tarana APMC | ₹6,312 |
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.
That ₹3,188 (50.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Ashta APMC ranged between ₹2,490 and ₹8,181, with the average around ₹6,256. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹6,671 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,671 |
| 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
Farmers comparing Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) stood at Ashta APMC on 19 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.