In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,530 per quintal in Muradabad APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
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₹2,530
- Lowest Price Today₹2,530
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,530
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.4% above the period average and just 2.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹820 (30.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Wheat matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Muradabad APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,521. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹2,530 | ₹2,530 | ₹2,530 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,505 | ₹2,505 | ₹2,505 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,510 | ₹2,525 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,510 | ₹2,510 | ₹2,510 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,510 | ₹2,510 | ₹2,510 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,510 | ₹2,510 | ₹2,510 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,565 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,508 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,570 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,525 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,510 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,501 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Wheat traded at this rate in Muradabad APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.