Reading today's price tape for 12 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,089 per quintal in Mahoba 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
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,303
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,089
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) is about 2.4% above the period average, sitting just 26.3% 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
Here's how Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gorakhpur APMC Leader | ₹8,852 |
| 2 Thoubal APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Bishenpur APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 4 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,350 |
| 5 Imphal APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 7 Varanasi APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 9 Akola APMC | ₹7,350 |
| 10 Hospet APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Kalyan APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 12 Sindhanur APMC | ₹6,900 |
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 ₹1,952 (28.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Mahoba APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹6,900, with the average around ₹4,968. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹5,303 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,089 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,290 | ₹5,040 | ₹5,150 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,580 | ₹4,840 | ₹5,069 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,810 | ₹4,830 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,900 | ₹4,810 | ₹5,008 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,045 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,950 | ₹4,820 | ₹4,864 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,160 | ₹4,810 | ₹4,943 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,470 | ₹4,810 | ₹5,035 |
| 26 Jul | ₹5,110 | ₹4,820 | ₹4,994 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,060 | ₹4,810 | ₹4,946 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,810 | ₹4,810 | ₹4,810 |
| 19 Jul | ₹5,010 | ₹4,810 | ₹4,920 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,150 | ₹4,820 | ₹4,985 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,890 | ₹4,810 | ₹4,849 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,250 | ₹5,150 | ₹5,184 |
| 12 Jul | ₹4,950 | ₹4,820 | ₹4,881 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,020 | ₹4,830 | ₹4,926 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,130 | ₹4,820 | ₹4,967 |
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
Going to the top Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rate at Mahoba APMC on 12 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.