Going by the latest APMC figures for 12 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,495 per quintal in Malkapur APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,495
- Lowest Price Today₹2,495
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,495
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Wheat about 0.1% above the period average, and just 7.1% 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
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sagar APMC Leader | ₹4,350 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 3 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,730 |
| 5 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 6 Palghar APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 7 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 8 Hospet APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 9 Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,380 |
| 10 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 11 Nira(Saswad) APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 12 Dahod APMC | ₹2,885 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
The ₹1,465 (50.8%) 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 Malkapur APMC ranged between ₹2,050 and ₹2,685, with the average around ₹2,493. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹2,495 | ₹2,495 | ₹2,495 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,685 | ₹2,610 | ₹2,650 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,620 | ₹2,620 | ₹2,620 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,565 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,630 | ₹2,630 | ₹2,630 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,551 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,610 | ₹2,610 | ₹2,610 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,560 | ₹2,505 | ₹2,550 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,605 | ₹2,605 | ₹2,605 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,535 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,580 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,530 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,490 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,450 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,570 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,475 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,542 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,505 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,475 | ₹2,355 | ₹2,400 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,485 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,560 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,515 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,535 | ₹2,380 | ₹2,505 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,490 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,450 |
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
Before carting Wheat to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Wheat was priced at this level in Malkapur APMC on 12 Aug 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.