As fresh arrivals settled on 29 Aug 2026, Gram Raw(Chholia) was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Varanasi APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 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.
Today's rate is about 6.3% above the period average and just 31.8% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Gram Raw(Chholia) rates across the markets that reported on 29 Aug 2026, so you can see where Varanasi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹8,784 |
| 2 Najibabad APMC | ₹8,083 |
| 3 Varanasi APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Chandausi APMC | ₹7,735 |
| 5 Saharanpur APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 6 Ballia APMC | ₹7,328 |
| 7 Jaunpur APMC | ₹7,266 |
| 8 Azamgarh APMC | ₹7,101 |
| 9 Prayagraj APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Basti APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 11 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 12 Lakhimpur APMC | ₹6,719 |
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.
That ₹2,065 (30.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Gram Raw(Chholia) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Gram Raw(Chholia) prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹5,400 and ₹11,727, with the average around ₹7,524. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,750 | ₹7,400 | ₹8,041 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,792 | ₹8,547 | ₹9,210 |
| 23 Aug | ₹9,332 | ₹7,597 | ₹8,691 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,550 | ₹5,400 | ₹7,015 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Gram Raw(Chholia) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Varanasi APMC posted this Gram Raw(Chholia) rate on 29 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.