In the latest market update for 18 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Mandla APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Mandla 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₹2,525
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Mill Quality)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Wheat is about 6.3% above the period average — just 2.0% 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
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 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,740 |
| 5 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 6 Sidhi APMC | ₹3,430 |
| 7 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 8 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Ratlam APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 10 Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,080 |
| 11 Dewas APMC | ₹3,056 |
| 12 Chhindwara APMC | ₹3,040 |
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 ₹1,610 (53.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Mandla APMC ranged between ₹2,150 and ₹2,550, with the average around ₹2,351. 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 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,450 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,505 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,470 | ₹2,470 | ₹2,470 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,540 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,460 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,460 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,515 | ₹2,510 | ₹2,515 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,403 | ₹2,401 | ₹2,403 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,540 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,520 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,530 | ₹2,275 | ₹2,520 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,475 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,475 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,540 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,510 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,399 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,399 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,451 | ₹2,401 | ₹2,451 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,525 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,405 |
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
Before carting Wheat to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
To wrap up, Mandla 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.