Going by the latest APMC figures for 21 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,600 per quintal in Malkapur APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
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₹5,750
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Average (Whole))
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 2.2% below the period average and just 11.3% 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
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 Mandsaur APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 3 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 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 Hospet APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 12 Shamgarh APMC | ₹7,271 |
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 ₹1,529 (21.0%) 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 Malkapur APMC ranged between ₹4,950 and ₹6,315, with the average around ₹5,728. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹6,225 | ₹6,225 | ₹6,225 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,750 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,600 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 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.