Pulling together the 17 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,705 per quintal in Indore APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Wheat yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,705
- Lowest Price Today₹2,705
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,705
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Wheat)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Wheat is about 4.4% above the period average, sitting just 35.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khurai APMC Leader | ₹4,891 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 4 Palghar APMC | ₹3,425 |
| 5 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Vidisha APMC | ₹3,370 |
| 7 Sankeshwar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 8 Guna APMC | ₹3,045 |
| 9 Chhindwara APMC | ₹2,995 |
| 10 Aron APMC | ₹2,990 |
| 11 Dahod APMC | ₹2,880 |
| 12 Ganjbasoda APMC | ₹2,865 |
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.
The ₹2,026 (70.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Indore APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹4,173, with the average around ₹2,591. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,705 | ₹2,705 | ₹2,705 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,966 | ₹2,526 | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,670 | ₹2,670 | ₹2,670 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,097 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,660 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,710 | ₹2,710 | ₹2,710 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,710 | ₹2,710 | ₹2,710 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,071 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,718 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,125 | ₹2,021 | ₹2,668 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,670 | ₹2,670 | ₹2,670 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,875 | ₹2,260 | ₹2,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,125 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,629 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,124 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,961 | ₹2,470 | ₹2,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,036 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,620 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,966 | ₹2,151 | ₹2,650 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,872 | ₹2,220 | ₹2,629 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,173 | ₹400 | ₹2,671 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,570 | ₹2,570 | ₹2,570 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Wheat rate at Indore APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.