In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Oct 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,700 per quintal in APMC Akola APMC. See where this sits in the day's Wheat range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,675
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Sharbati)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Wheat about 0.6% below the period average, and just 28.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Wheat rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Basava Kalayana APMC Leader | ₹6,300 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 3 Bengaluru APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 4 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 5 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 6 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 7 Hospet APMC | ₹3,725 |
| 8 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹3,660 |
| 9 APMC Nandgaon APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 10 Gadag APMC | ₹3,248 |
| 11 Ganjbasoda APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 12 APMC Shevgaon APMC | ₹3,200 |
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.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Wheat prices at APMC Akola APMC ranged between ₹2,460 and ₹3,750, with the average around ₹2,715. 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 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,675 | ₹2,700 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,750 | ₹3,175 | ₹3,462 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,955 | ₹2,625 | ₹2,660 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,840 | ₹2,615 | ₹2,680 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,980 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,915 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,810 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,790 | ₹2,595 | ₹2,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,750 | ₹2,610 | ₹2,695 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,575 | ₹2,575 | ₹2,575 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,575 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,875 | ₹2,590 | ₹2,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,725 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,680 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,775 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,650 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,730 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,680 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,735 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,150 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,790 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,820 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,675 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,905 | ₹2,595 | ₹2,700 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,765 | ₹2,590 | ₹2,600 |
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
In a nutshell, Wheat was priced at this level in APMC Akola APMC on 17 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.