In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,482 per quintal in Pichhour APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
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₹2,489
- Lowest Price Today₹2,410
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,482
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Wheat)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 2.4% above the period average and just 1.9% 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 Pichhour 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 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.
A spread of ₹1,002 (34.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Pichhour APMC ranged between ₹2,285 and ₹2,531, with the average around ₹2,423. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹2,411 | ₹2,408 | ₹2,411 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,489 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,482 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,452 | ₹2,447 | ₹2,448 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,531 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,529 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,450 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,447 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,446 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,526 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,519 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,447 | ₹2,401 | ₹2,440 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,445 | ₹2,406 | ₹2,440 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,443 | ₹2,435 | ₹2,440 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,442 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,440 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,440 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,430 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,531 | ₹2,524 | ₹2,528 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,428 | ₹2,428 | ₹2,428 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,516 | ₹2,516 | ₹2,516 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,522 | ₹2,505 | ₹2,515 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,518 | ₹2,505 | ₹2,515 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,480 | ₹2,386 | ₹2,411 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,416 | ₹2,384 | ₹2,392 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,479 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 |
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
The day's best Wheat rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
Net-net, Pichhour 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.