As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,740 per quintal in Paithan 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
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,740
- Lowest Price Today₹2,740
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,740
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Bansi)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Wheat about 9.0% above the period average, and just 3.9% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Wheat rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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 Paithan APMC ranged between ₹1,950 and ₹2,851, with the average around ₹2,513. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹2,725 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,615 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,680 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,611 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,740 | ₹2,740 | ₹2,740 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,732 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,637 | ₹2,616 | ₹2,620 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,660 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,720 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,790 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,651 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,712 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,621 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,750 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,727 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,625 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,600 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,581 | ₹2,001 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,690 | ₹2,690 | ₹2,690 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,561 | ₹2,330 | ₹2,350 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,730 | ₹2,730 | ₹2,730 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,851 | ₹2,851 | ₹2,851 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,480 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,400 |
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
Selling Wheat well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Wheat was priced at this level in Paithan APMC on 18 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.