Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Aug 2026, Dhampur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Gram Raw(Chholia), clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,800 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What's Behind Today's Gram Raw(Chholia) Price
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,800
- Lowest Price Today₹8,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,800
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityGram Raw(Chholia) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Gram Raw(Chholia) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Gram Raw(Chholia) is about 5.0% above the period average, sitting just 3.3% 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 Gram Raw(Chholia) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dhampur APMC Leader | ₹8,800 |
| 2 Badayoun APMC | ₹7,778 |
| 3 Agra APMC | ₹6,422 |
| 4 Maudaha APMC | ₹5,350 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹3,450 (64.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Gram Raw(Chholia) prices at Dhampur APMC ranged between ₹7,150 and ₹9,100, with the average around ₹8,383. 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 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 |
| 18 Jul | ₹9,050 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,433 |
| 12 Jul | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 |
| 01 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 16 Jun | ₹7,150 | ₹7,150 | ₹7,150 |
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 Gram Raw(Chholia) 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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Dhampur APMC led Gram Raw(Chholia) on 18 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.