In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,548 per quintal in Rura APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,548
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Wheat is about 5.0% above the period average — just 2.0% 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
This table ranks Wheat rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ganjbasoda APMC Leader | ₹4,106 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 3 Sagar APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 4 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,745 |
| 7 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 8 Palghar APMC | ₹3,425 |
| 9 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Sankeshwar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Gulabganj APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Dewas APMC | ₹2,979 |
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.
That ₹1,127 (37.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Wheat fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Rura APMC ranged between ₹2,375 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,426. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,548 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,583 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,535 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,507 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,510 | ₹2,510 | ₹2,510 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,508 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,525 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,483 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,475 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,445 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,517 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,423 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,404 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,411 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,425 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,402 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
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
Selling Wheat well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Rura APMC logged this Wheat rate on 17 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.