Reading today's price tape for 17 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,550 per quintal in Gorakhpur APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Gorakhpur APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,550
- Lowest Price Today₹2,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
At this level, Wheat is about 2.5% above the period average, sitting just 21.5% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC Leader | ₹3,450 |
| 2 Palghar APMC | ₹3,425 |
| 3 Dewas APMC | ₹2,802 |
| 4 Devariya APMC | ₹2,683 |
| 5 Meerut APMC | ₹2,683 |
| 6 Babra APMC | ₹2,655 |
| 7 Rahuri APMC | ₹2,625 |
| 8 Jasdan APMC | ₹2,605 |
| 9 Jaunpur APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Kota APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 11 Bindki APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Khekda APMC | ₹2,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
A spread of ₹850 (32.7%) 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 Gorakhpur APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹3,250, with the average around ₹2,489. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,520 | ₹2,535 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,690 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,568 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹2,300 | ₹3,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,519 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,528 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,529 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,530 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,760 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,546 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,523 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,310 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
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
Farmers comparing Wheat rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Wheat rate at Gorakhpur APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.