In the day's wholesale-price digest for 19 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,471 per quintal in Lalganj APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Lalganj APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,590
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,471
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Wheat rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Wheat is about 0.5% above the period average, sitting just 17.6% 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 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bangarpet APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹4,990 |
| 3 Sironj APMC | ₹4,205 |
| 4 Isagarh APMC | ₹4,015 |
| 5 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 6 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 8 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,735 |
| 9 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Sangli APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 11 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Nira(Saswad) APMC | ₹3,050 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
That ₹1,950 (63.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Wheat fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Lalganj APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,459. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹2,590 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,471 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,579 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,554 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,617 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,544 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,491 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,525 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,465 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,606 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,514 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,617 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,458 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,461 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,617 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,548 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,444 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,612 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,514 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,438 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,633 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,575 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,589 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,411 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,850 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,522 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,525 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,442 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Wheat stood at Lalganj APMC on 19 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.