Reading today's price tape for 16 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,600 per quintal in Azamgarh APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Wheat is about 4.4% above the period average — just 10.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Wheat rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kasimbazar APMC Leader | ₹2,750 |
| 2 Kandi APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 3 Hapur APMC | ₹2,740 |
| 4 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 5 Sikarpur APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 6 Agra APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 7 Karimpur APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 8 Omchatinya Multi State Agro Purpose Co-Op Society, Dist Ahilyanagar APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 9 Devariya APMC | ₹2,686 |
| 10 Gonda APMC | ₹2,680 |
| 11 Gulavati APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 12 Sehjanwa APMC | ₹2,624 |
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 ₹126 (4.8%), 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 Azamgarh APMC ranged between ₹2,425 and ₹2,890, with the average around ₹2,491. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,591 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,590 | ₹2,590 | ₹2,590 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,890 | ₹2,590 | ₹2,603 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,630 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,602 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,590 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,588 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,594 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,589 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,685 | ₹2,685 | ₹2,685 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 |
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
The day's best Wheat rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Wheat changed hands at this rate in Azamgarh APMC on 16 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.