In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,444 per quintal in Chirgaon APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Wheat yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Wheat arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,460
- Lowest Price Today₹2,429
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,444
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Deshi)
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 0.4% above the period average and just 6.4% 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 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Chirgaon APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kasimbazar APMC Leader | ₹2,750 |
| 2 Kandi APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 3 Hapur APMC | ₹2,740 |
| 4 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 5 Bhikangaon 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 Azamgarh APMC | ₹2,685 |
| 11 Gonda APMC | ₹2,680 |
| 12 Devariya APMC | ₹2,666 |
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 ₹84 (3.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Wheat matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Chirgaon APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹2,610, with the average around ₹2,434. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹2,460 | ₹2,429 | ₹2,444 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,403 | ₹2,447 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹2,510 | ₹2,545 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,417 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,420 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,408 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,610 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,448 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,431 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹2,510 | ₹2,539 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,417 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,475 | ₹2,455 | ₹2,464 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,434 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,459 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,418 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,452 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,410 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,422 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,460 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,448 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,455 | ₹2,438 | ₹2,446 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,405 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,402 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,417 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Wheat, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Wheat traded at this rate in Chirgaon APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.