Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,650 per quintal in Mandawar APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,650
- Lowest Price Today₹5,650
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Other)
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.
At this level, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) is about 2.9% above the period average, sitting just 2.7% 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
This table ranks Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,300 |
| 2 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,350 |
| 3 Indore APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Kalapipal APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 5 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 8 Kalyan APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 9 Pune APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Dewas APMC | ₹6,740 |
| 11 Narsinghpur APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 12 Jalana APMC | ₹6,500 |
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).
At ₹2,800 (43.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Mandawar APMC ranged between ₹4,700 and ₹5,806, with the average around ₹5,489. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹5,650 | ₹5,650 | ₹5,650 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,707 | ₹5,707 | ₹5,707 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,768 | ₹5,768 | ₹5,768 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,806 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,676 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,780 | ₹5,207 | ₹5,769 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,709 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,681 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,724 | ₹5,690 | ₹5,719 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,642 | ₹5,642 | ₹5,642 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,645 | ₹5,645 | ₹5,645 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,567 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,491 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,660 | ₹5,646 | ₹5,655 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,491 | ₹5,491 | ₹5,491 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,399 | ₹5,150 | ₹5,382 |
| 11 Jul | ₹5,380 | ₹5,257 | ₹5,332 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,287 | ₹5,287 | ₹5,287 |
| 04 Jul | ₹5,290 | ₹5,290 | ₹5,290 |
| 02 Jul | ₹5,317 | ₹5,317 | ₹5,317 |
| 01 Jul | ₹5,306 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 26 Jun | ₹5,311 | ₹5,150 | ₹5,280 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) stood at Mandawar APMC on 18 Aug 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.