Checking the day's mandi numbers for 21 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹8,001 per quintal in Ashta APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) today.
01What Put Ashta 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₹8,001
- Lowest Price Today₹4,302
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,001
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Gram)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 26.6% above the period average, sitting just 2.2% 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
Here's how Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Yalburga APMC Leader | ₹8,800 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 3 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,555 |
| 4 Ashta APMC | ₹8,001 |
| 5 Sehore APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 6 Ramdurga APMC | ₹7,869 |
| 7 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Muzzafarnagar APMC | ₹7,474 |
| 10 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 11 Shamgarh APMC | ₹7,271 |
| 12 Dhamnod APMC | ₹7,120 |
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 ₹1,680 (23.6%) 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 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 ₹6,321. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹8,001 | ₹4,302 | ₹8,001 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,880 | ₹7,880 | ₹7,880 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,710 | ₹4,600 | ₹6,300 |
| 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 |
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
Before carting Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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 21 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.