With the 15 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹8,901 per quintal in Ashta APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,201
- Lowest Price Today₹6,048
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,901
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 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.
Today's rate is about 36.5% above the period average and just 3.3% 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 15 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹10,300 |
| 2 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,975 |
| 3 Ashta APMC | ₹8,901 |
| 4 Dhari APMC | ₹8,530 |
| 5 Kalapipal APMC | ₹7,840 |
| 6 Ratlam APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Indore APMC | ₹7,795 |
| 8 APMC Pune APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 9 Jammalamadugu APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 10 Sindhanur APMC | ₹7,650 |
| 11 Dabra APMC | ₹7,625 |
| 12 Barshi(Vairag) APMC | ₹7,601 |
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.
At ₹2,699 (35.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
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 ₹6,523. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹9,201 | ₹6,048 | ₹8,901 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,001 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,071 |
| 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 |
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
The headline Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 15 Oct 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.