As fresh arrivals settled on 17 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,620 per quintal in Akola APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider 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₹2,585
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,620
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Wheat rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 3.7% above the period average and just 26.2% 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 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹1,901 (63.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Wheat matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Akola APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹3,550, with the average around ₹2,526. 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 Aug | ₹2,660 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,620 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,745 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,630 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,640 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,710 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,620 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,625 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,640 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,615 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,655 | ₹2,590 | ₹2,625 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,735 | ₹2,595 | ₹2,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,710 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,630 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,685 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,610 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,655 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,630 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,630 | ₹2,620 | ₹2,625 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,670 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,670 | ₹2,590 | ₹2,635 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,755 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,710 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,590 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,580 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,555 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,580 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,525 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,575 | ₹2,485 | ₹2,550 |
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
When picking where to sell Wheat, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Wheat traded at this rate in Akola APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.