In the day's wholesale-price digest for 20 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,490 per quintal in Umared APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Wheat markets.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Wheat arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,525
- Lowest Price Today₹2,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,490
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Wheat rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Wheat is about 1.5% above the period average — just 22.2% 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 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Basava Kalayana APMC Leader | ₹4,600 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Palghar APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 4 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,550 |
| 5 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,335 |
| 7 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 8 Bidar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 9 Neemuch APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Sailana APMC | ₹2,890 |
| 11 Dahod APMC | ₹2,880 |
| 12 Kalapipal APMC | ₹2,860 |
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.
That ₹1,740 (60.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Wheat fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Wheat prices at Umared APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹2,453. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹2,525 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,490 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,450 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,350 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,350 |
| 09 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,325 |
| 02 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,850 |
| 27 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 25 Jun | ₹2,350 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 20 Jun | ₹2,350 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,280 |
| 18 Jun | ₹2,350 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
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
For Wheat, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Wheat changed hands at this rate in Umared APMC on 20 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.