Across the reporting yards on 18 Aug 2026, Ashoknagar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Wheat, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,650 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,700
- Lowest Price Today₹3,540
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Wheat)
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 46.7% above the period average and just 19.8% 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
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ashoknagar APMC Leader | ₹4,650 |
| 2 Shujalpur APMC | ₹3,951 |
| 3 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,740 |
| 5 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 6 Sidhi APMC | ₹3,430 |
| 7 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 8 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Ratlam APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 10 Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,080 |
| 11 Dewas APMC | ₹3,056 |
| 12 Chhindwara APMC | ₹3,040 |
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 ₹1,610 (53.0%) 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 Ashoknagar APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹5,800, with the average around ₹3,169. 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 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹3,540 | ₹4,650 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,765 | ₹2,005 | ₹2,555 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,410 | ₹2,510 | ₹2,550 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,705 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,565 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹2,510 | ₹2,565 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,575 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,695 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,635 | ₹2,520 | ₹2,560 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,845 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,011 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,850 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,960 | ₹3,025 | ₹4,960 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,675 | ₹2,610 | ₹2,675 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,975 | ₹2,900 | ₹4,975 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,670 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,625 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,690 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹2,865 | ₹4,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,610 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,510 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,825 | ₹3,295 | ₹4,825 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,105 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,480 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Wheat, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Ashoknagar APMC set the pace for Wheat. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.