Going by the latest APMC figures for 08 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,534 per quintal in Barabanki APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,534
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Wheat rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 1.7% above the period average and just 11.1% 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
This table ranks Wheat rates across active mandis for 08 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹3,750 |
| 2 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,715 |
| 3 Nagpur APMC | ₹3,425 |
| 4 Bidar APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Ambejogai APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 6 Dahod APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 7 Ratlam APMC | ₹2,827 |
| 8 Jalgaon APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 9 Vaduj APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Lunkaransar APMC | ₹2,775 |
| 11 Baran APMC | ₹2,751 |
| 12 Veraval APMC | ₹2,750 |
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 ₹1,000 (36.4%) 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 Barabanki APMC ranged between ₹2,450 and ₹2,850, with the average around ₹2,491. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,534 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,452 | ₹2,452 | ₹2,452 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,533 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,495 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,550 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,460 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,452 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,563 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,850 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,850 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,489 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,605 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,485 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,610 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,483 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,514 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,479 |
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
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
Net-net, Barabanki APMC posted this Wheat rate on 08 Aug 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.