In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Oct 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,655 per quintal in Shekhpura APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Wheat markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Wheat arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,735
- Lowest Price Today₹2,590
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,655
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (147 Average)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 3.3% above the period average and just 3.1% 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
The table below lines up Wheat rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Shekhpura APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹3,000 (90.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Shekhpura APMC ranged between ₹2,425 and ₹2,740, with the average around ₹2,569. 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 | ₹2,740 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,655 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,735 | ₹2,590 | ₹2,655 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,725 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,620 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,725 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,640 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,720 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,645 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,720 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,640 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,725 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,640 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,720 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,640 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,710 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,640 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,710 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,670 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,710 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,640 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,640 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,650 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,640 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,640 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,680 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,580 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,680 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,580 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,680 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,580 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,680 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,580 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,680 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,575 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Wheat traded at this rate in Shekhpura 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.