In the price report dated 17 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,530 per quintal in Chaakghat APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
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₹2,530
- Lowest Price Today₹2,515
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,530
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Mill Quality)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 4.2% above the period average and just 2.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sehore APMC Leader | ₹4,301 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 3 Sagar APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,745 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 7 Palghar APMC | ₹3,425 |
| 8 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 9 Sankeshwar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 10 Gulabganj APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Dewas APMC | ₹2,979 |
| 12 Dahod APMC | ₹2,880 |
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 ₹1,421 (49.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Wheat fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Chaakghat APMC ranged between ₹2,275 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,427. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,530 | ₹2,515 | ₹2,530 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,510 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,552 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,552 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,550 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,540 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,525 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,525 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,525 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,575 | ₹2,501 | ₹2,575 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,535 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,535 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,510 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,510 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,520 | ₹2,520 | ₹2,520 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,540 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,540 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,575 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,570 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,555 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,550 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹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
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Chaakghat APMC posted this Wheat rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.