Based on what the markets reported on 16 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,476 per quintal in Jayas APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Wheat markets.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,476
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Wheat is about 0.8% above the period average — just 10.9% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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 Sikarpur APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 7 Agra APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 8 Karimpur APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 9 Omchatinya Multi State Agro Purpose Co-Op Society, Dist Ahilyanagar APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Tanda Akbarpur APMC | ₹2,690 |
| 11 Gonda APMC | ₹2,680 |
| 12 Devariya APMC | ₹2,666 |
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.
A spread of ₹834 (31.3%) 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 Jayas APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹2,780, with the average around ₹2,457. 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 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,476 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,569 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,455 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,620 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,485 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,620 | ₹2,505 | ₹2,574 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,630 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,469 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,630 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,462 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,630 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,462 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,630 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,498 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,630 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,469 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,630 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,469 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,630 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,506 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,630 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,485 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,630 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,564 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,630 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,423 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,640 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,477 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,780 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,541 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,439 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Wheat today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
In short, Wheat changed hands at this rate in Jayas APMC on 16 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.