Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,560 per quintal in Binaganj APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,595
- Lowest Price Today₹2,410
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,560
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Wheat)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Wheat is about 2.6% above the period average — just 3.8% 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
This table ranks Wheat rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ashoknagar APMC Leader | ₹4,650 |
| 2 Shujalpur APMC | ₹3,951 |
| 3 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,740 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 7 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 8 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Sironj APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 10 Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,080 |
| 11 Kalaburagi APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Bhopal APMC | ₹2,949 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
That ₹1,701 (57.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Wheat fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Binaganj APMC ranged between ₹2,090 and ₹2,660, with the average around ₹2,495. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,595 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,560 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,580 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,590 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,570 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,565 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,625 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,570 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,590 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,570 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,540 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,570 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,620 | ₹2,515 | ₹2,580 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,595 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,570 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,615 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,570 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,590 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,590 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,660 | ₹2,520 | ₹2,590 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,620 | ₹2,495 | ₹2,565 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,595 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,530 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,530 | ₹2,470 | ₹2,505 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,525 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,520 | ₹2,395 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,510 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,460 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,520 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,470 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Wheat changed hands at this rate in Binaganj APMC on 18 Aug 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.