Turning to the 18 Oct 2026 APMC board, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,250 per quintal in Prayagraj 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
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,250
- Lowest Price Today₹2,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Wheat about 5.1% below the period average, and just 19.6% 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
This table ranks Wheat rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Loharda APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 8 Sarangpur APMC | ₹2,770 |
| 9 Devariya APMC | ₹2,767 |
| 10 Durgapur APMC | ₹2,765 |
| 11 Naugarh APMC | ₹2,761 |
| 12 Saidpur APMC | ₹2,755 |
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 ₹445 (16.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Wheat prices at Prayagraj APMC ranged between ₹2,250 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,371. 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 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,388 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,409 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,590 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,450 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,322 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,374 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,575 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,368 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,436 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
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
Selling Wheat well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Prayagraj APMC reported Wheat at this level on 18 Oct 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.