Reading today's price tape for 17 Oct 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,551 per quintal in Mainpuri APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
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₹2,551
- Lowest Price Today₹2,551
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,551
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara Mill Quality)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Wheat rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Wheat is about 2.2% above the period average, sitting just 8.1% 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
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Basava Kalayana APMC Leader | ₹6,300 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 3 Ganjbasoda APMC | ₹4,640 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 5 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 7 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 8 APMC Akola APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 9 Hospet APMC | ₹3,725 |
| 10 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹3,660 |
| 11 APMC Nandgaon APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 12 Shamgarh APMC | ₹3,300 |
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.
The ₹3,000 (90.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Wheat prices at Mainpuri APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹2,775, with the average around ₹2,497. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,551 | ₹2,551 | ₹2,551 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,551 | ₹2,551 | ₹2,551 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,551 | ₹2,551 | ₹2,551 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,611 | ₹2,611 | ₹2,611 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,551 | ₹2,551 | ₹2,551 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,551 | ₹2,551 | ₹2,551 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,551 | ₹2,551 | ₹2,551 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,581 | ₹2,581 | ₹2,581 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,575 | ₹2,575 | ₹2,575 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,571 | ₹2,571 | ₹2,571 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,571 | ₹2,571 | ₹2,571 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,561 | ₹2,561 | ₹2,561 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,551 | ₹2,551 | ₹2,551 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,590 | ₹2,551 | ₹2,560 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,551 | ₹2,594 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,551 | ₹2,551 | ₹2,551 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,551 | ₹2,551 | ₹2,551 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,581 | ₹2,581 | ₹2,581 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,775 | ₹2,551 | ₹2,606 |
| 13 Sep | ₹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
Before carting Wheat to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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 Mainpuri APMC on 17 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.