In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Oct 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,467 per quintal in Purwa APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,550
- Lowest Price Today₹2,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,467
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 0.5% below the period average and just 9.4% 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
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vidisha APMC Leader | ₹4,900 |
| 2 Bina APMC | ₹4,821 |
| 3 Lateri APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Bengaluru APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 7 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹3,660 |
| 8 Sailana APMC | ₹3,550 |
| 9 APMC Akola APMC | ₹3,462 |
| 10 Bidar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 11 APMC Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,360 |
| 12 Basava Kalayana 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 ₹1,600 (48.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Wheat fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Wheat prices at Purwa APMC ranged between ₹2,450 and ₹2,725, with the average around ₹2,480. 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 Oct | ₹2,550 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,467 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,550 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,465 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,483 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,462 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,496 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,560 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,519 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,466 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,523 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,530 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,540 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,534 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,546 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,489 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Purwa APMC posted this Wheat rate on 16 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.