In the day's wholesale-price digest for 12 Aug 2026, Mumbai APMC stood at the front of the pack for Wheat, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,750 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Wheat today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Other)
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.
Right now Wheat is about 6.3% below the period average — just 33.0% 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
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹3,750 |
| 2 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 3 Guna APMC | ₹3,490 |
| 4 Palghar APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 5 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Ujjain APMC | ₹2,925 |
| 7 Neemuch APMC | ₹2,903 |
| 8 Dahod APMC | ₹2,885 |
| 9 Jiaganj APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Asansol APMC | ₹2,725 |
| 11 Rajgarh APMC | ₹2,725 |
| 12 Karimpur APMC | ₹2,700 |
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.
The ₹1,050 (38.9%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Mumbai APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹4,004. 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 | ₹4,600 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,700 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,150 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,150 |
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Wheat found its strongest bid at Mumbai APMC on 12 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.