Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Aug 2026, Varanasi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Gram Raw(Chholia), clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,735 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What's Behind Today's Gram Raw(Chholia) Price
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,727
- Lowest Price Today₹6,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,735
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityGram Raw(Chholia) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Gram Raw(Chholia) about 4.8% above the period average, and just 34.0% 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 Gram Raw(Chholia) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Varanasi APMC Leader | ₹7,735 |
| 2 Agra APMC | ₹7,723 |
| 3 Pilibhit APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 4 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Bareilly APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 6 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 7 DADRI APMC | ₹6,762 |
| 8 Mauranipur APMC | ₹5,960 |
| 9 Naanpara APMC | ₹5,928 |
| 10 Konch APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Karvi APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Banda APMC | ₹5,886 |
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 ₹1,849 (31.4%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Gram Raw(Chholia) prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹11,727, with the average around ₹7,379. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹11,727 | ₹6,300 | ₹7,735 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,717 | ₹6,717 | ₹6,717 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,050 | ₹7,880 | ₹8,031 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,800 | ₹6,750 | ₹7,302 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,850 | ₹6,819 | ₹6,884 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,650 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,603 |
| 27 Jul | ₹10,698 | ₹7,248 | ₹8,309 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,242 | ₹7,128 | ₹7,153 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹10,050 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,388 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹9,900 | ₹6,450 | ₹6,824 |
| 14 Jul | ₹8,456 | ₹6,696 | ₹7,291 |
| 08 Jul | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 |
| 01 Jul | ₹7,550 | ₹7,550 | ₹7,550 |
| 30 Jun | ₹10,585 | ₹6,450 | ₹7,687 |
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 day's best Gram Raw(Chholia) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
The takeaway: Varanasi APMC was the market to beat for Gram Raw(Chholia) on 20 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.