Turning to the 18 Aug 2026 APMC board, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,501 per quintal in Baktara APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,501
- Lowest Price Today₹2,490
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,501
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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 4.2% above the period average and just 2.1% 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
The table below lines up Wheat rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Baktara APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Shujalpur APMC Leader | ₹3,951 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 3 Sagar APMC | ₹3,790 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,740 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 7 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 8 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,080 |
| 10 Dewas APMC | ₹3,056 |
| 11 Kalaburagi APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Bhopal APMC | ₹2,949 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
The ₹1,002 (34.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Baktara APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹2,555, with the average around ₹2,400. 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 Aug | ₹2,501 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,501 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,501 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,501 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,501 | ₹2,451 | ₹2,501 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,555 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,555 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,451 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,481 | ₹2,451 | ₹2,481 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,510 | ₹2,510 | ₹2,510 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,451 | ₹2,401 | ₹2,451 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,395 | ₹2,395 | ₹2,395 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,411 | ₹2,411 | ₹2,411 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,401 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,401 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,351 | ₹2,351 | ₹2,351 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,375 | ₹2,375 | ₹2,375 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,351 | ₹2,351 | ₹2,351 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,370 | ₹2,351 | ₹2,370 |
| 02 Jul | ₹2,325 | ₹2,325 | ₹2,325 |
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
When picking where to sell Wheat, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Net-net, Baktara APMC posted this Wheat rate on 18 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.