Checking the day's mandi numbers for 16 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,700 per quintal in Bhikangaon APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,741
- Lowest Price Today₹2,511
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Wheat)
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.
At this level, Wheat is about 4.7% above the period average, sitting just 8.5% 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 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kasimbazar APMC Leader | ₹2,750 |
| 2 Kandi APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 3 Hapur APMC | ₹2,740 |
| 4 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 5 Sikarpur APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 6 Bhikangaon APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 7 Agra APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 8 Karimpur APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 9 Omchatinya Multi State Agro Purpose Co-Op Society, Dist Ahilyanagar APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Azamgarh APMC | ₹2,685 |
| 11 Gonda APMC | ₹2,680 |
| 12 Devariya APMC | ₹2,666 |
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.
At ₹84 (3.1%), 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 Bhikangaon APMC ranged between ₹2,021 and ₹2,950, with the average around ₹2,580. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹2,741 | ₹2,511 | ₹2,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,725 | ₹2,551 | ₹2,667 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,723 | ₹2,610 | ₹2,674 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,760 | ₹2,570 | ₹2,686 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,801 | ₹2,549 | ₹2,736 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,715 | ₹2,559 | ₹2,654 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,575 | ₹2,575 | ₹2,575 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,681 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,650 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,685 | ₹2,566 | ₹2,649 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,895 | ₹2,542 | ₹2,640 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,667 | ₹2,543 | ₹2,635 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,670 | ₹2,566 | ₹2,670 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,950 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,950 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,525 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,725 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,634 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,731 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,625 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,774 | ₹2,521 | ₹2,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,725 | ₹2,450 | ₹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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Wheat stood at Bhikangaon APMC on 16 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.