Pulling together the 16 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,563 per quintal in Mathura APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,570
- Lowest Price Today₹2,560
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,563
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Wheat is about 3.2% above the period average, sitting just 17.7% 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 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹3,500 |
| 2 Kasimbazar APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 3 Kandi APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 4 Hapur APMC | ₹2,740 |
| 5 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 6 Bhikangaon APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 7 Sikarpur APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 8 Agra APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 9 Karimpur APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Omchatinya Multi State Agro Purpose Co-Op Society, Dist Ahilyanagar APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 11 Azamgarh APMC | ₹2,685 |
| 12 Gonda APMC | ₹2,680 |
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.
The ₹820 (30.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Mathura APMC ranged between ₹2,450 and ₹3,115, with the average around ₹2,483. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,563 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,451 | ₹2,451 | ₹2,451 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,558 | ₹2,558 | ₹2,558 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,581 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,488 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,564 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,590 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,456 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,482 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,580 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,581 | ₹2,451 | ₹2,553 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,575 | ₹2,545 | ₹2,556 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,532 | ₹2,532 | ₹2,532 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,527 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,530 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,482 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,485 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,458 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,490 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,490 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,451 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,451 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Wheat rate at Mathura APMC on 16 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.