In the mandi rate roundup for 21 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,678 per quintal in Khandwa APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
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₹2,678
- Lowest Price Today₹2,669
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,678
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Mill Quality)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Wheat rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Wheat about 4.2% above the period average, and just 6.6% 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 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nagpur APMC Leader | ₹3,425 |
| 2 Guna APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 3 Shujalpur APMC | ₹2,790 |
| 4 Jiaganj APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 5 Modasa APMC | ₹2,725 |
| 6 Rajkot APMC | ₹2,720 |
| 7 Asansol APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 8 Kadi APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 9 Khatra APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Durgapur APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 11 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Dhampur APMC | ₹2,700 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
At ₹725 (26.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Wheat matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Khandwa APMC ranged between ₹1,150 and ₹2,868, with the average around ₹2,570. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹2,678 | ₹2,669 | ₹2,678 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,610 | ₹2,565 | ₹2,601 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,711 | ₹1,150 | ₹2,669 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,709 | ₹2,080 | ₹2,676 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,627 | ₹2,603 | ₹2,627 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,698 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,669 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,695 | ₹2,665 | ₹2,695 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,575 | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,868 | ₹2,865 | ₹2,868 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,510 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,510 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,794 | ₹2,766 | ₹2,794 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,707 | ₹2,551 | ₹2,698 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,846 | ₹2,756 | ₹2,846 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,688 | ₹2,326 | ₹2,680 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,640 | ₹2,520 | ₹2,525 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹2,557 | ₹2,578 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,651 | ₹2,526 | ₹2,578 |
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
The takeaway: Khandwa APMC reported Wheat at this level on 21 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.