In today's crop-price rundown for 19 Oct 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,628 per quintal in Ballia APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Ballia APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,670
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,628
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 0.5% above the period average and just 2.7% 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
The table below lines up Wheat rates across the markets that reported on 19 Oct 2026, so you can see where Ballia APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Basava Kalayana APMC Leader | ₹6,302 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 3 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,050 |
| 4 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 5 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 6 APMC Rahuri APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 7 APMC Kalyan APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 8 APMC Nandgaon APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 9 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹3,655 |
| 10 APMC Akola APMC | ₹3,640 |
| 11 Chirgaon APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 12 APMC Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
At ₹2,902 (85.4%), 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 Ballia APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹2,700, with the average around ₹2,614. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹2,670 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,628 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,650 | ₹2,645 | ₹2,648 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹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
For Wheat, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
Net-net, Ballia APMC posted this Wheat rate on 19 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.