From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,590 per quintal in Kosikalan APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
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₹2,630
- Lowest Price Today₹2,570
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,590
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
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.
At this level, Wheat is about 4.9% above the period average, sitting just 4.1% 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
This table ranks Wheat rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ashoknagar APMC Leader | ₹4,650 |
| 2 Shujalpur APMC | ₹3,951 |
| 3 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,740 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 7 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 8 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Sironj APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 10 Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,080 |
| 11 Kalaburagi APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Bhopal APMC | ₹2,949 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,701 (57.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Kosikalan APMC ranged between ₹2,350 and ₹2,700, with the average around ₹2,468. 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 Aug | ₹2,630 | ₹2,570 | ₹2,590 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,583 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,566 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,565 | ₹2,568 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,580 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,540 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,602 | ₹2,590 | ₹2,591 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,620 | ₹2,555 | ₹2,576 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,540 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,599 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,491 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,555 | ₹2,555 | ₹2,555 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,551 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,548 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,544 | ₹2,544 | ₹2,544 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,515 | ₹2,515 | ₹2,515 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,545 | ₹2,530 | ₹2,540 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,490 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,490 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,460 |
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
For Wheat, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
All told, this is where Wheat stood at Kosikalan APMC on 18 Aug 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.