Going by the latest APMC figures for 22 Aug 2026, Himatnagar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Wheat, clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,750 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,875
- Lowest Price Today₹2,640
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Sonalika)
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.
This puts Wheat about 4.3% above the period average, and just 13.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Wheat rates across the markets that reported on 22 Aug 2026, so you can see where Himatnagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Himatnagar APMC Leader | ₹2,750 |
| 2 Indore APMC | ₹2,677 |
| 3 Modasa APMC | ₹2,645 |
| 4 Tanda Akbarpur APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 5 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 6 Lakshar APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 7 Shekhpura APMC | ₹2,580 |
| 8 Barbigha APMC | ₹2,580 |
| 9 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹2,568 |
| 10 Dataganj APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 11 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 12 Unnao APMC | ₹2,550 |
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.
A spread of ₹200 (7.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Himatnagar APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹3,180, with the average around ₹2,637. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹2,875 | ₹2,640 | ₹2,750 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,890 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,750 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,920 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,910 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,915 | ₹2,640 | ₹2,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,875 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,670 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,670 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,805 | ₹2,505 | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,790 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,760 | ₹2,605 | ₹2,675 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,805 | ₹2,640 | ₹2,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,765 | ₹2,615 | ₹2,680 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,710 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,650 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,715 | ₹2,565 | ₹2,650 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,680 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,680 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,695 | ₹2,655 | ₹2,695 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,735 | ₹2,645 | ₹2,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,745 | ₹2,635 | ₹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
Farmers comparing Wheat rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Himatnagar APMC was the market to beat for Wheat on 22 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.