Turning to the 16 Aug 2026 APMC board, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,550 per quintal in Sikanderabad APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Sikanderabad 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₹2,550
- Lowest Price Today₹2,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Wheat rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Wheat about 2.0% above the period average, and just 1.9% 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 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹3,500 |
| 2 Kasimbazar APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 3 Kandi APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 4 Hapur APMC | ₹2,740 |
| 5 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 6 Sikarpur APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 7 Agra APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 8 Karimpur APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 9 Omchatinya Multi State Agro Purpose Co-Op Society, Dist Ahilyanagar APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Tanda Akbarpur APMC | ₹2,690 |
| 11 Gonda APMC | ₹2,680 |
| 12 Devariya APMC | ₹2,666 |
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.
A spread of ₹834 (31.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Sikanderabad APMC ranged between ₹2,450 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,499. 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 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,530 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,512 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,590 | ₹2,590 | ₹2,590 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,520 | ₹2,520 | ₹2,520 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,520 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,513 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,540 | ₹2,510 | ₹2,522 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,525 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,525 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,468 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Sikanderabad APMC reported Wheat at this level on 16 Aug 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.