Pulling together the 31 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,650 per quintal in Ashta APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Ashta APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,650
- Lowest Price Today₹5,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 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.
At this level, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) is about 5.2% above the period average, sitting just 18.7% 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 31 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 Lamlong Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹8,750 |
| 2 Imphal APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Thoubal APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 5 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 6 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Indore APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 8 Harda APMC | ₹6,830 |
| 9 Pune APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Ashta APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 11 Urvakonda APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Kareli APMC | ₹6,350 |
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).
A spread of ₹2,400 (37.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
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 ₹6,319. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹6,650 | ₹5,200 | ₹6,650 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,252 | ₹4,951 | ₹6,040 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,470 | ₹2,901 | ₹6,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,671 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,001 |
| 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 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rate at Ashta APMC on 31 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.