Reading today's price tape for 17 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,576 per quintal in Kalapipal APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,646
- Lowest Price Today₹2,101
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,576
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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 1.2% above the period average, sitting just 15.3% 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 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khurai APMC Leader | ₹4,891 |
| 2 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 3 Ganjbasoda APMC | ₹4,106 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,745 |
| 7 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 8 Palghar APMC | ₹3,425 |
| 9 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Sankeshwar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Gulabganj APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aron APMC | ₹2,990 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
That ₹1,901 (63.6%) 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 Kalapipal APMC ranged between ₹999 and ₹3,041, with the average around ₹2,545. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,646 | ₹2,101 | ₹2,576 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,825 | ₹2,376 | ₹2,617 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,776 | ₹2,471 | ₹2,640 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,599 | ₹2,485 | ₹2,550 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,636 | ₹2,586 | ₹2,636 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,750 | ₹2,486 | ₹2,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,781 | ₹2,371 | ₹2,529 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,950 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,571 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,791 | ₹2,401 | ₹2,626 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,999 | ₹2,453 | ₹2,526 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,751 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹2,499 | ₹2,541 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,647 | ₹2,531 | ₹2,647 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,630 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,630 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,780 | ₹2,435 | ₹2,611 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,780 | ₹2,424 | ₹2,611 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,726 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,726 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,991 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,991 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,299 | ₹2,299 | ₹2,299 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,500 |
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
For Wheat, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Wheat stood at Kalapipal APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.