Across the reporting yards on 20 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,450 per quintal in Kalawad APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹2,650
- Lowest Price Today₹2,215
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Other)
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 1.4% above 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
This table ranks Wheat rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Basava Kalayana APMC Leader | ₹4,600 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Palghar APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 4 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,550 |
| 5 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,335 |
| 7 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 8 Bidar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 9 Neemuch APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Sailana APMC | ₹2,890 |
| 11 Dahod APMC | ₹2,880 |
| 12 Kalapipal APMC | ₹2,860 |
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.
The ₹1,740 (60.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Kalawad APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹2,705, with the average around ₹2,415. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,215 | ₹2,450 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,575 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,475 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,590 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,510 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,610 | ₹2,395 | ₹2,450 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,670 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,545 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,610 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,575 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,640 | ₹2,325 | ₹2,540 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,655 | ₹2,375 | ₹2,485 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,365 | ₹2,485 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,705 | ₹2,415 | ₹2,575 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,670 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,450 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,475 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,515 | ₹2,265 | ₹2,315 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,605 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,450 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,580 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,450 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,610 | ₹2,280 | ₹2,385 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,640 | ₹2,265 | ₹2,550 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,590 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,365 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,570 | ₹2,175 | ₹2,450 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Wheat yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kalawad APMC posted this Wheat rate on 20 Aug 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.