In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,425 per quintal in Shahpura APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Shahpura APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,425
- Lowest Price Today₹2,405
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,425
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Mill Quality)
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.
Right now Wheat is about 5.4% above the period average — just 3.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Wheat rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ashoknagar APMC Leader | ₹4,650 |
| 2 Shujalpur APMC | ₹3,951 |
| 3 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,740 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 7 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 8 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Sironj APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 10 Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,080 |
| 11 Kalaburagi APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Bhopal APMC | ₹2,949 |
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 ₹1,701 (57.7%) 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 Shahpura APMC ranged between ₹2,075 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,301. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,425 | ₹2,405 | ₹2,425 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,306 | ₹2,306 | ₹2,306 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,332 | ₹2,325 | ₹2,332 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,351 | ₹2,342 | ₹2,351 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,460 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,460 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,352 | ₹2,302 | ₹2,352 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,320 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,320 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,352 | ₹2,215 | ₹2,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,410 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,410 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,216 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,402 | ₹2,402 | ₹2,402 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,390 | ₹2,375 | ₹2,390 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,376 | ₹2,352 | ₹2,376 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹2,305 | ₹2,350 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Shahpura APMC logged this Wheat rate on 18 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.