In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,440 per quintal in Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Wheat arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,455
- Lowest Price Today₹2,430
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,440
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Wheat)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 3-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 3-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 1.6% below the period average and just 3.4% 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 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,740 |
| 6 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 7 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 8 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 9 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Sironj APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,080 |
| 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.
A spread of ₹1,610 (53.0%) 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 3-Day Trend
Over the last 3 days, Wheat prices at Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹2,430 and ₹2,525, with the average around ₹2,480. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,455 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,440 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,525 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,525 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,500 |
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
Selling Wheat well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Wheat traded at this rate in Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.