Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,550 per quintal in Piplya APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹2,733
- Lowest Price Today₹2,445
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Wheat)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Wheat is about 1.0% above the period average — just 18.6% 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 Bina APMC | ₹4,018 |
| 3 Shujalpur APMC | ₹3,951 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,740 |
| 7 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 8 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 9 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,080 |
| 11 Chhindwara APMC | ₹3,040 |
| 12 Kalaburagi APMC | ₹3,000 |
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 ₹1,650 (55.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Piplya APMC ranged between ₹1,601 and ₹3,131, with the average around ₹2,524. 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 | ₹2,733 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,550 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,741 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,599 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,696 | ₹2,578 | ₹2,696 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,821 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,620 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,711 | ₹2,590 | ₹2,711 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,782 | ₹2,037 | ₹2,570 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,776 | ₹2,501 | ₹2,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,725 | ₹2,412 | ₹2,700 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,521 | ₹2,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,756 | ₹2,521 | ₹2,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,051 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,565 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,670 | ₹2,641 | ₹2,670 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,765 | ₹2,513 | ₹2,577 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,131 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,665 | ₹2,470 | ₹2,551 |
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
The headline Wheat rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Piplya 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.