Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,495 per quintal in Bakswaha APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,523
- Lowest Price Today₹2,485
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,495
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Mill Quality)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 4.6% above the period average and just 4.2% 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
This table ranks Wheat rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹3,850 |
| 2 Sagar APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 3 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,745 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 7 Palghar APMC | ₹3,425 |
| 8 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 9 Sankeshwar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 10 Gulabganj APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Dewas APMC | ₹2,979 |
| 12 Dahod APMC | ₹2,880 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
That ₹970 (33.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Wheat fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Bakswaha APMC ranged between ₹2,160 and ₹2,605, with the average around ₹2,385. 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 | ₹2,523 | ₹2,485 | ₹2,495 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,530 | ₹2,470 | ₹2,495 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,530 | ₹2,395 | ₹2,490 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,440 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,440 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,520 | ₹2,495 | ₹2,520 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,415 | ₹2,380 | ₹2,415 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,520 | ₹2,330 | ₹2,515 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,605 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,510 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,578 | ₹2,501 | ₹2,578 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,340 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,410 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,410 | ₹2,405 | ₹2,410 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,425 | ₹2,385 | ₹2,425 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,390 | ₹2,380 | ₹2,390 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,310 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,310 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,310 |
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
Going to the top Wheat market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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, Bakswaha APMC posted this Wheat rate on 17 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.