As the 17 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,550 per quintal in Maihar APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,550
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Local)
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 0.0% above the period average and just 3.4% 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
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 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 5 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 6 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 7 APMC Akola APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 8 Hospet APMC | ₹3,725 |
| 9 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹3,660 |
| 10 APMC Nandgaon APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 11 APMC Shevgaon APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Rahatgarh APMC | ₹3,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
A spread of ₹3,100 (96.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Wheat prices at Maihar APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹2,640, with the average around ₹2,549. 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 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,560 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,555 | ₹2,511 | ₹2,540 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,560 | ₹2,545 | ₹2,558 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,580 | ₹2,536 | ₹2,560 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,520 | ₹2,540 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,588 | ₹2,548 | ₹2,570 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,590 | ₹2,535 | ₹2,560 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,586 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,580 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,582 | ₹2,541 | ₹2,560 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,536 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,536 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,630 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,615 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,640 | ₹2,618 | ₹2,630 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,635 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,630 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Wheat today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Maihar APMC posted this Wheat rate on 17 Oct 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.