As the 16 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,445 per quintal in Mehrauni APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,900
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,445
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Wheat about 3.0% above the period average, and just 18.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹84 (3.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Wheat fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Mehrauni APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,373. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,445 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,641 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,406 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,907 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,354 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,393 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,310 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,305 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,632 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,482 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,551 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,305 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,303 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,444 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,310 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,303 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,444 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
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
The day's best Wheat rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Mehrauni APMC reported Wheat at this level on 16 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.