Across the reporting yards on 17 Oct 2026, APMC Mumbai APMC stood at the front of the pack for Wheat, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,750 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Wheat rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Wheat about 11.8% above the period average, and just 28.0% 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
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹4,750 |
| 2 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 3 APMC Akola APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 APMC Nandgaon APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 5 Indore APMC | ₹3,281 |
| 6 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹3,190 |
| 7 Sumerpur APMC | ₹3,131 |
| 8 Khargone APMC | ₹3,052 |
| 9 Dahod APMC | ₹3,050 |
| 10 Ashta APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Sanwer APMC | ₹2,996 |
| 12 Kurawar APMC | ₹2,985 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
That ₹1,765 (59.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Wheat fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Wheat prices at APMC Mumbai APMC ranged between ₹2,900 and ₹6,600, with the average around ₹4,250. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹6,600 | ₹2,900 | ₹4,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,600 | ₹2,900 | ₹4,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹4,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹4,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹4,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹4,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹4,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹4,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹4,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹4,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹4,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹4,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹4,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹4,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹4,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹4,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹4,200 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: APMC Mumbai APMC was the market to beat for Wheat on 17 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.