From today's trading desk on 17 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,455 per quintal in Sikarpur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹2,455
- Lowest Price Today₹2,455
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,455
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Wheat is about 0.8% below the period average — just 9.1% 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
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹3,850 |
| 2 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,745 |
| 5 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 6 Palghar APMC | ₹3,425 |
| 7 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 8 Sankeshwar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 9 Gulabganj APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Dahod APMC | ₹2,880 |
| 11 Shadora APMC | ₹2,865 |
| 12 Manvi APMC | ₹2,850 |
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.
At ₹1,000 (35.1%), 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 Sikarpur APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹2,700, with the average around ₹2,474. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,665 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,609 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,460 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,460 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,460 | ₹2,455 | ₹2,456 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹2,455 | ₹2,554 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 | ₹2,455 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Wheat yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Wheat changed hands at this rate in Sikarpur APMC on 17 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.