In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,601 per quintal in Chaurai APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Chaurai APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,601
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,601
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Mill Quality)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Wheat rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Wheat about 4.3% above the period average, and just 1.9% 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
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
A spread of ₹1,740 (60.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Chaurai APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹2,651, with the average around ₹2,494. 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 | ₹2,601 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,601 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,615 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,607 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,609 | ₹2,555 | ₹2,591 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,620 | ₹2,595 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,624 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,612 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,651 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,620 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,634 | ₹2,586 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,620 | ₹2,590 | ₹2,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,621 | ₹2,301 | ₹2,620 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,626 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,620 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,618 | ₹2,576 | ₹2,614 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,305 | ₹2,305 | ₹2,305 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,627 | ₹2,520 | ₹2,623 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,629 | ₹2,562 | ₹2,629 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,476 | ₹2,476 | ₹2,476 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,614 | ₹2,570 | ₹2,614 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,623 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,576 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,610 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,601 |
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
Going to the top Wheat market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
In a nutshell, Wheat was priced at this level in Chaurai APMC on 20 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.