In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Oct 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹3,131 per quintal in Sumerpur APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
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₹3,275
- Lowest Price Today₹2,980
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,131
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 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.
This puts Wheat about 16.8% above the period average, and just 4.4% 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
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.
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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Sumerpur APMC ranged between ₹2,301 and ₹3,275, with the average around ₹2,680. 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 Oct | ₹3,275 | ₹2,980 | ₹3,131 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,065 | ₹2,956 | ₹3,011 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,945 | ₹2,972 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,840 | ₹2,765 | ₹2,803 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,816 | ₹2,760 | ₹2,791 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,921 | ₹2,736 | ₹2,831 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,870 | ₹2,746 | ₹2,811 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,852 | ₹2,751 | ₹2,801 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,780 | ₹2,741 | ₹2,761 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,826 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,765 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,871 | ₹2,770 | ₹2,821 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,836 | ₹2,722 | ₹2,779 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,701 | ₹2,597 | ₹2,650 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,775 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,638 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,576 | ₹2,638 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,721 | ₹2,301 | ₹2,511 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,620 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,555 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,661 | ₹2,492 | ₹2,575 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,573 | ₹2,422 | ₹2,498 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,691 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,546 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Sumerpur APMC reported Wheat at this level on 17 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.