In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹4,894 per quintal in Sri Karanpur APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
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₹4,894
- Lowest Price Today₹4,894
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,894
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) about 9.5% below the period average, and just 15.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Jaunpur APMC | ₹8,877 |
| 3 Bishenpur APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 4 Thoubal APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 5 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Imphal APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Ashta APMC | ₹7,880 |
| 8 Akodiya APMC | ₹7,850 |
| 9 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Ahilyanagar APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 11 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 12 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
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 ₹2,100 (28.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Sri Karanpur APMC ranged between ₹4,894 and ₹5,790, with the average around ₹5,410. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹4,894 | ₹4,894 | ₹4,894 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,616 | ₹5,616 | ₹5,616 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,646 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,550 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,760 | ₹5,760 | ₹5,760 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,790 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,401 | ₹5,401 | ₹5,401 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,350 | ₹5,350 | ₹5,350 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,245 | ₹5,245 | ₹5,245 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,690 | ₹5,290 | ₹5,521 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,566 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,414 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,330 | ₹5,330 | ₹5,330 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,491 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,345 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,450 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,330 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,449 | ₹5,151 | ₹5,300 |
| 02 Jul | ₹5,485 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 27 Jun | ₹5,325 | ₹5,325 | ₹5,325 |
| 26 Jun | ₹5,450 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 25 Jun | ₹5,529 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,528 |
| 19 Jun | ₹5,516 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,446 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Sri Karanpur APMC reported Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) at this level on 20 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.