In the latest market update for 18 Oct 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,660 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,660
- Lowest Price Today₹2,660
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,660
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Medium)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Wheat is about 4.9% above the period average, sitting just 24.0% 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
The table below lines up Wheat rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Lucknow APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Phaltan APMC Leader | ₹3,200 |
| 2 APMC Shevgaon APMC | ₹3,025 |
| 3 APMC Paithan APMC | ₹2,951 |
| 4 Manawar APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 5 Khargone APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 6 Raisen APMC | ₹2,806 |
| 7 Dhar APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 8 Bilsi APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 9 Loharda APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Sarangpur APMC | ₹2,770 |
| 11 Durgapur APMC | ₹2,765 |
| 12 Naugarh APMC | ₹2,761 |
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 ₹439 (15.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Wheat matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Wheat prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,535. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,660 | ₹2,660 | ₹2,660 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,660 | ₹2,660 | ₹2,660 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,610 | ₹2,610 | ₹2,610 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,425 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,414 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,660 | ₹2,660 | ₹2,660 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,660 | ₹2,660 | ₹2,660 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,660 | ₹2,660 | ₹2,660 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,425 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,418 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,690 | ₹2,660 | ₹2,663 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,425 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,412 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,690 | ₹2,690 | ₹2,690 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,690 | ₹2,690 | ₹2,690 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,690 | ₹2,690 | ₹2,690 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,690 | ₹2,690 | ₹2,690 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,582 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,690 | ₹2,690 | ₹2,690 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,595 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,690 | ₹2,690 | ₹2,690 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,690 | ₹2,690 | ₹2,690 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Wheat stood at Lucknow APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.