Reading today's price tape for 12 Oct 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,720 per quintal in Babra APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,880
- Lowest Price Today₹2,565
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,720
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Medium)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Wheat rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Wheat is about 7.1% above the period average — just 5.6% 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
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹4,350 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 3 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,805 |
| 4 Gadag APMC | ₹3,690 |
| 5 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,675 |
| 6 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹3,670 |
| 7 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 8 APMC Hubballi APMC | ₹3,399 |
| 9 APMC Palghar APMC | ₹3,320 |
| 10 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹3,290 |
| 11 APMC Murum APMC | ₹3,276 |
| 12 APMC Hingoli APMC | ₹3,225 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
The ₹1,125 (34.9%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Babra APMC ranged between ₹2,050 and ₹2,880, with the average around ₹2,540. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹2,880 | ₹2,565 | ₹2,720 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,625 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,850 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,625 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,605 | ₹2,650 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,860 | ₹2,555 | ₹2,705 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,675 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,535 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,715 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,555 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,775 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,650 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,755 | ₹2,675 | ₹2,715 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,750 | ₹2,605 | ₹2,675 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,755 | ₹2,605 | ₹2,680 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,740 | ₹2,605 | ₹2,670 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,710 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,580 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,610 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,505 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,710 | ₹2,605 | ₹2,655 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,620 | ₹2,455 | ₹2,535 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,685 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,485 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,635 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,515 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,675 | ₹2,360 | ₹2,515 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,670 | ₹2,555 | ₹2,610 |
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 headline Wheat rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Wheat changed hands at this rate in Babra APMC on 12 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.