In today's crop-price rundown for 12 Oct 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,586 per quintal in Chirgaon APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Wheat today.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,610
- Lowest Price Today₹2,570
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,586
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara Mill Quality)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 3.9% above the period average and just 55.4% 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 12 Oct 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 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹4,350 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 3 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,805 |
| 4 Gadag APMC | ₹3,690 |
| 5 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,675 |
| 6 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹3,670 |
| 7 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 8 APMC Hubballi APMC | ₹3,399 |
| 9 APMC Palghar APMC | ₹3,320 |
| 10 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹3,290 |
| 11 APMC Murum APMC | ₹3,276 |
| 12 APMC Hingoli APMC | ₹3,225 |
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 ₹1,125 (34.9%), 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Wheat prices at Chirgaon APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹5,800, with the average around ₹2,490. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹2,610 | ₹2,570 | ₹2,586 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,460 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,438 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,449 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,578 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,405 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,401 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,460 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,452 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,470 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,435 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,415 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,620 | ₹2,590 | ₹2,602 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,419 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,414 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,620 | ₹2,570 | ₹2,599 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,632 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,569 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,430 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,411 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,460 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,444 |
| 28 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,426 |
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 often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 12 Oct 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.