In the day's wholesale-price digest for 14 Oct 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹7,840 per quintal in Ashta APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,840
- Lowest Price Today₹6,650
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,840
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 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.
At this level, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) is about 20.6% above the period average, sitting just 14.8% 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 14 Oct 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 Rajkot APMC Leader | ₹10,450 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹10,300 |
| 3 Thoubal APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 4 Imphal APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 6 Kakching Market APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 APMC Chikali APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Ashta APMC | ₹7,840 |
| 9 APMC Pune APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Jammalamadugu APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 11 Jamnagar APMC | ₹7,680 |
| 12 Kurnool APMC | ₹7,512 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹2,938 (39.1%) 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 ₹2,100 and ₹9,201, with the average around ₹6,501. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹7,840 | ₹6,650 | ₹7,840 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,001 | ₹6,120 | ₹9,001 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,785 | ₹7,785 | ₹7,785 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,361 | ₹5,240 | ₹6,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,201 | ₹6,800 | ₹9,201 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,461 | ₹5,270 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,240 | ₹2,801 | ₹6,740 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,630 | ₹4,811 | ₹6,680 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,881 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,321 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,085 | ₹4,460 | ₹6,670 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,852 | ₹4,701 | ₹5,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,050 | ₹3,500 | ₹6,900 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,001 | ₹5,700 | ₹8,001 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,737 | ₹4,771 | ₹6,737 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,646 | ₹5,630 | ₹6,646 |
| 06 Sep | ₹7,700 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,700 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,391 | ₹5,061 | ₹6,391 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,301 | ₹4,551 | ₹6,200 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,581 | ₹2,100 | ₹5,700 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) stood at Ashta APMC on 14 Oct 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.