From today's trading desk on 20 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,824 per quintal in Ratlam APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Wheat yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,824
- Lowest Price Today₹2,301
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,824
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Wheat)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Wheat is about 7.0% above the period average — just 25.1% 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
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Basava Kalayana APMC Leader | ₹4,600 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Palghar APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 4 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,550 |
| 5 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,335 |
| 7 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 8 Bidar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 9 Neemuch APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Sailana APMC | ₹2,890 |
| 11 Dahod APMC | ₹2,880 |
| 12 Kalapipal APMC | ₹2,860 |
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.
The ₹1,740 (60.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Ratlam APMC ranged between ₹1,501 and ₹3,770, with the average around ₹2,640. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹2,824 | ₹2,301 | ₹2,824 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,790 | ₹2,790 | ₹2,790 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,391 | ₹2,621 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,176 | ₹2,184 | ₹2,640 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,938 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,550 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,746 | ₹2,746 | ₹2,746 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,937 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,575 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,220 | ₹2,220 | ₹2,220 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,925 | ₹2,575 | ₹2,591 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,827 | ₹2,827 | ₹2,827 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,211 | ₹2,455 | ₹2,938 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,588 | ₹2,588 | ₹2,588 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,226 | ₹2,431 | ₹2,790 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,588 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,588 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,046 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,790 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,465 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,465 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,471 | ₹2,215 | ₹2,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,655 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,655 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,176 | ₹1,725 | ₹2,795 |
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 wrap up, Ratlam APMC logged this Wheat rate on 20 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.