Reading today's price tape for 18 Oct 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Baikunthpur APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Wheat markets.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis11
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Mill Quality)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-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 6.7% 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
The table below lines up Wheat rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Baikunthpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manawar APMC Leader | ₹2,900 |
| 2 Durgapur APMC | ₹2,765 |
| 3 Asansol APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 4 Gandhwani APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 5 Mundi APMC | ₹2,695 |
| 6 Katni APMC | ₹2,610 |
| 7 Babrala APMC | ₹2,590 |
| 8 Gohad APMC | ₹2,515 |
| 9 Baikunthpur APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Banda APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Amarpatan APMC | ₹2,400 |
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.
That ₹500 (20.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Wheat fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Wheat prices at Baikunthpur APMC ranged between ₹2,280 and ₹2,680, with the average around ₹2,476. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,550 | ₹2,470 | ₹2,550 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,530 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,520 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,525 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,525 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,525 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,510 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,535 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,535 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,520 | ₹2,485 | ₹2,520 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,510 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,510 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,515 | ₹2,495 | ₹2,505 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,530 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,510 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,560 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,550 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,575 | ₹2,575 | ₹2,575 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,565 | ₹2,520 | ₹2,550 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,580 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,550 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,550 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,560 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,550 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,575 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,565 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,585 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,575 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,680 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
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
For Wheat, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
To wrap up, Baikunthpur APMC logged this Wheat rate on 18 Oct 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.