Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,645 per quintal in Pandhana APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Wheat arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,660
- Lowest Price Today₹2,511
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,645
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Wheat)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Wheat rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Wheat is about 4.8% above the period average, sitting just 1.5% 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
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 Shujalpur APMC Leader | ₹3,951 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 3 Sagar APMC | ₹3,790 |
| 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 Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,080 |
| 10 Dewas APMC | ₹3,056 |
| 11 Kalaburagi APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Bhopal APMC | ₹2,949 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹1,002 (34.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Wheat matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Pandhana APMC ranged between ₹60 and ₹2,685, with the average around ₹2,525. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,660 | ₹2,511 | ₹2,645 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,685 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,650 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,685 | ₹2,528 | ₹2,675 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,581 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,581 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,650 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,631 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,595 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,625 | ₹2,510 | ₹2,625 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,551 | ₹2,551 | ₹2,551 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,560 | ₹2,510 | ₹2,560 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,652 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,635 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,489 | ₹2,550 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,571 | ₹2,571 | ₹2,571 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,596 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,596 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,575 | ₹2,497 | ₹2,550 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,545 | ₹2,545 | ₹2,545 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,531 | ₹2,531 | ₹2,531 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,535 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,515 | ₹2,423 | ₹2,515 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Wheat yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
To sum up, this was the Wheat rate at Pandhana APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.