With the 17 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,443 per quintal in Jalalabad APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,450
- Lowest Price Today₹2,430
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,443
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 1.6% below the period average and just 11.2% 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 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Basava Kalayana APMC Leader | ₹6,300 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 3 Ganjbasoda APMC | ₹4,640 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 5 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 7 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 8 APMC Akola APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 9 Hospet APMC | ₹3,725 |
| 10 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹3,660 |
| 11 APMC Nandgaon APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 12 Shamgarh APMC | ₹3,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
That ₹3,000 (90.9%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Wheat prices at Jalalabad APMC ranged between ₹2,430 and ₹2,750, 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,554 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,443 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,670 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,584 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,481 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,471 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,720 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,564 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,720 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,502 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,660 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,525 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,551 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Wheat, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Wheat traded at this rate in Jalalabad 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.