Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,640 per quintal in Manawar APMC. See where this sits in the day's Wheat range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
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₹2,675
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,640
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Wheat)
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 3.2% above the period average, and just 2.6% 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 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 ₹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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Manawar APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹2,710, with the average around ₹2,557. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹2,675 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,640 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,660 | ₹2,515 | ₹2,640 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,640 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,710 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,670 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,680 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,705 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,690 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,690 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,710 | ₹2,640 | ₹2,685 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,685 | ₹2,685 | ₹2,685 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,710 | ₹2,685 | ₹2,690 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,705 | ₹2,610 | ₹2,680 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,575 | ₹2,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,676 | ₹2,501 | ₹2,650 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,680 | ₹2,530 | ₹2,630 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,672 | ₹2,640 | ₹2,650 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,680 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,680 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,666 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,640 |
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 day's best Wheat rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Manawar APMC reported Wheat at this level on 20 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.