Pulling together the 17 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Sami APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Wheat today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,555
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Deshi)
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.
At this level, Wheat is about 10.0% above the period average, sitting just 7.4% 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
The table below lines up Wheat rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Sami APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khurai APMC Leader | ₹4,891 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 4 Palghar APMC | ₹3,425 |
| 5 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Vidisha APMC | ₹3,370 |
| 7 Sankeshwar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 8 Guna APMC | ₹3,045 |
| 9 Chhindwara APMC | ₹2,995 |
| 10 Aron APMC | ₹2,990 |
| 11 Dahod APMC | ₹2,880 |
| 12 Ganjbasoda APMC | ₹2,865 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
The ₹2,026 (70.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Wheat prices at Sami APMC ranged between ₹1,750 and ₹2,700, with the average around ₹2,272. 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 Aug | ₹2,555 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,375 | ₹2,125 | ₹2,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,250 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,375 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,150 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,125 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,425 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,375 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,375 | ₹2,125 | ₹2,250 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,325 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,125 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 29 Jun | ₹2,125 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 25 Jun | ₹2,525 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,425 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Wheat stood at Sami APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.