Reading today's price tape for 20 Oct 2026, APMC Barshi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Wheat, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,300 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
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₹4,300
- Lowest Price Today₹4,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 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.
At this level, Wheat is about 48.0% above the period average, sitting right at the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Barshi APMC Leader | ₹4,300 |
| 2 Barshi(Vairag) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 3 APMC Shevgaon APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 4 Rahuri(Vambori) APMC | ₹3,067 |
| 5 APMC Karjat APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Guna APMC | ₹2,930 |
| 7 Manawar APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 8 Sadulshahar APMC | ₹2,813 |
| 9 Lasalgaon(Niphad) APMC | ₹2,811 |
| 10 APMC Karmala APMC | ₹2,811 |
| 11 Gandhwani APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Mundi APMC | ₹2,795 |
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 ₹1,505 (53.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Wheat prices at APMC Barshi APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹4,300, with the average around ₹2,905. 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 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, APMC Barshi APMC led Wheat on 20 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.