In today's crop-price rundown for 19 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,155 per quintal in Malkapur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,155
- Lowest Price Today₹6,155
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,155
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Average (Whole))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 7.7% above the period average and just 2.5% 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
Here's how Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Bangarpet APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Indore APMC | ₹7,905 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 5 Ashta APMC | ₹7,501 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 8 Sanawad APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 9 Pune APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 10 Mandsaur APMC | ₹6,790 |
| 11 Jalana APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Ratlam APMC | ₹6,560 |
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).
That ₹2,940 (44.8%) 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 Malkapur APMC ranged between ₹4,950 and ₹6,315, with the average around ₹5,717. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹6,155 | ₹6,155 | ₹6,155 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,025 | ₹6,025 | ₹6,025 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,185 | ₹5,875 | ₹5,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,090 | ₹6,090 | ₹6,090 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,025 | ₹5,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,975 | ₹5,975 | ₹5,975 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,775 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,210 | ₹6,210 | ₹6,210 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,315 | ₹5,955 | ₹6,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,050 | ₹5,050 | ₹5,050 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,205 | ₹6,205 | ₹6,205 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,095 | ₹5,750 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,130 | ₹6,130 | ₹6,130 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,750 | ₹5,050 | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Jul | ₹5,690 | ₹5,025 | ₹5,400 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,695 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,495 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) traded at this rate in Malkapur 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.