In the mandi rate roundup for 12 Aug 2026, Sagar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Wheat, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,350 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,350
- Lowest Price Today₹4,350
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Wheat)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Wheat rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 71.6% above the period average and just 5.8% 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
This table ranks Wheat rates across active mandis for 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sagar APMC Leader | ₹4,350 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 3 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,730 |
| 5 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 6 Palghar APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 7 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 8 Hospet APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 9 Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,380 |
| 10 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 11 Nira(Saswad) APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 12 Dahod APMC | ₹2,885 |
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.
At ₹1,465 (50.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Wheat matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Sagar APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹4,620, with the average around ₹2,535. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹4,350 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,350 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,780 | ₹2,320 | ₹2,605 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,505 | ₹2,305 | ₹2,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,825 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,590 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,375 | ₹2,320 | ₹2,320 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,075 | ₹2,310 | ₹2,605 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,620 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,595 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,425 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,610 | ₹1,925 | ₹2,580 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,525 | ₹2,320 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,595 | ₹2,305 | ₹2,575 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,325 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,995 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,570 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,540 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,540 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,335 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,580 | ₹2,305 | ₹2,555 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,575 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,555 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,540 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,535 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,530 | ₹2,310 | ₹2,510 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Wheat yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 12 Aug 2026, Sagar APMC set the pace for Wheat. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.