In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Oct 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,900 per quintal in Mehsana APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Wheat yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,955
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Wheat about 11.9% above the period average, and just 8.2% 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 Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Basava Kalayana APMC Leader | ₹6,300 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 3 Ganjbasoda APMC | ₹4,640 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 5 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 7 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 8 APMC Akola APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 9 Hospet APMC | ₹3,725 |
| 10 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹3,660 |
| 11 APMC Nandgaon APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 12 Shamgarh APMC | ₹3,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
That ₹3,000 (90.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Wheat fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Wheat prices at Mehsana APMC ranged between ₹2,125 and ₹3,160, with the average around ₹2,592. 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 Oct | ₹2,955 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,900 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,905 | ₹2,625 | ₹2,775 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,820 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,875 | ₹2,635 | ₹2,775 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,855 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,955 | ₹2,505 | ₹2,745 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,905 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,105 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,805 | ₹2,575 | ₹2,745 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,725 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,875 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,160 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,775 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,005 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,905 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,810 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,700 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,890 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,725 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,675 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,855 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,790 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
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
Farmers comparing Wheat rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Wheat was priced at this level in Mehsana APMC on 17 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.