Reading today's price tape for 17 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,625 per quintal in Rahuri APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Wheat yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,650
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,625
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Wheat is about 6.7% above the period average — just 0.9% 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 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Rahuri APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC Leader | ₹3,450 |
| 2 Palghar APMC | ₹3,425 |
| 3 Dewas APMC | ₹2,802 |
| 4 Devariya APMC | ₹2,683 |
| 5 Meerut APMC | ₹2,683 |
| 6 Babra APMC | ₹2,655 |
| 7 Rahuri APMC | ₹2,625 |
| 8 Jasdan APMC | ₹2,605 |
| 9 Jaunpur APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Kota APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 11 Bindki APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Khekda APMC | ₹2,600 |
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 ₹850 (32.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Wheat matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Wheat prices at Rahuri APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹2,650, with the average around ₹2,461. 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 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,625 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,625 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,625 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 26 Jun | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 19 Jun | ₹2,400 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,250 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Rahuri APMC logged this Wheat rate on 17 Aug 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.