In the latest market update for 18 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,635 per quintal in Mansa APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,860
- Lowest Price Today₹2,505
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,635
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Wheat rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Wheat is about 2.3% above the period average — just 7.9% 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
The table below lines up Wheat rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mansa APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vidisha APMC Leader | ₹4,600 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 4 Sidhi APMC | ₹3,430 |
| 5 Neemuch APMC | ₹3,176 |
| 6 Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,080 |
| 7 Ujjain APMC | ₹3,020 |
| 8 Guna APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 9 Mandsaur APMC | ₹2,841 |
| 10 Jalgaon APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 11 Jaora APMC | ₹2,771 |
| 12 Jiaganj APMC | ₹2,750 |
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.
That ₹1,850 (67.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Wheat fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Mansa APMC ranged between ₹2,125 and ₹2,860, with the average around ₹2,575. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,860 | ₹2,505 | ₹2,635 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,825 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,860 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,685 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,805 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,725 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,820 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,675 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,815 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,755 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,685 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,750 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,680 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,845 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,725 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,555 | ₹2,625 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,785 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,625 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,710 | ₹2,530 | ₹2,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,845 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,665 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,780 | ₹2,595 | ₹2,650 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,735 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,625 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,725 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,670 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,605 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,590 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,745 | ₹2,545 | ₹2,605 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,770 | ₹2,510 | ₹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
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Mansa APMC logged this Wheat rate on 18 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.