Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) is about 0.2% below the period average — just 24.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,300 |
| 2 Thoubal APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Bishenpur APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 4 Imphal APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Varanasi APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 9 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 12 Pune APMC | ₹6,700 |
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.
That ₹2,600 (38.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹6,550 and ₹10,522, with the average around ₹8,018. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,050 | ₹8,050 | ₹8,050 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,250 | ₹8,250 | ₹8,250 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,100 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,050 |
| 23 Jul | ₹10,522 | ₹8,580 | ₹8,989 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹9,798 | ₹9,798 | ₹9,798 |
| 08 Jul | ₹7,050 | ₹7,050 | ₹7,050 |
| 30 Jun | ₹6,550 | ₹6,550 | ₹6,550 |
| 29 Jun | ₹8,050 | ₹7,950 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Jun | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Varanasi APMC logged this Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rate on 17 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.