Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,801 per quintal in Gairatganj APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,801
- Lowest Price Today₹2,725
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,801
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Wheat)
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 9.1% above the period average — just 2.7% 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
This table ranks Wheat rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ashoknagar APMC Leader | ₹4,650 |
| 2 Shujalpur APMC | ₹3,951 |
| 3 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,740 |
| 6 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 7 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 8 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 9 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Sironj APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,080 |
| 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.
That ₹1,610 (53.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Wheat fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Gairatganj APMC ranged between ₹2,035 and ₹2,878, with the average around ₹2,568. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,801 | ₹2,725 | ₹2,801 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,659 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,535 | ₹2,535 | ₹2,535 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,741 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,741 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,590 | ₹2,600 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,564 | ₹2,451 | ₹2,564 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹2,465 | ₹2,550 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,560 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,560 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,753 | ₹2,423 | ₹2,501 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,410 | ₹2,390 | ₹2,410 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,390 | ₹2,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,649 | ₹2,409 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,590 | ₹2,505 | ₹2,590 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,401 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,605 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,610 | ₹2,486 | ₹2,560 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,450 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Wheat, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Gairatganj 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.