Reading today's price tape for 24 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,675 per quintal in Durgapur 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
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,675
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Kalyan)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Wheat rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Wheat is about 2.6% above the period average — just 6.1% 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 24 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Asansol APMC Leader | ₹2,725 |
| 2 Durgapur APMC | ₹2,675 |
| 3 Shamshabad APMC | ₹2,400 |
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.
At ₹325 (13.5%), 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 Durgapur APMC ranged between ₹2,450 and ₹2,850, with the average around ₹2,608. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,675 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,835 | ₹2,625 | ₹2,700 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,825 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,835 | ₹2,625 | ₹2,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,725 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,725 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,740 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,650 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,465 | ₹2,585 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,725 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,725 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,625 |
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
The day's best Wheat rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Wheat changed hands at this rate in Durgapur APMC on 24 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.