In the latest market update for 17 Oct 2026, Basava Kalayana APMC stood at the front of the pack for Wheat, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,300 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Wheat today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,480
- Lowest Price Today₹4,611
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Mill Quality)
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.
At this level, Wheat is about 91.5% above the period average, sitting just 2.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 Basava Kalayana 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 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 4 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 5 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 6 APMC Akola APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 7 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹3,660 |
| 8 APMC Nandgaon APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 9 APMC Shevgaon APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Sailana APMC | ₹3,195 |
| 11 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹3,190 |
| 12 Rajgarh APMC | ₹3,141 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,159 (100.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Basava Kalayana APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹6,480, with the average around ₹3,290. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹6,480 | ₹4,611 | ₹6,300 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,275 | ₹4,400 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,250 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,950 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,741 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,680 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,580 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹3,625 | ₹3,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,450 | ₹3,150 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,350 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,280 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,600 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,771 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,350 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹4,100 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,100 | ₹4,250 |
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 headline Wheat rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Basava Kalayana APMC led Wheat on 17 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.