From today's trading desk on 16 Oct 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,550 per quintal in APMC Washim APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,305
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Maharashtra 2189)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Wheat is about 1.2% below the period average, sitting just 16.4% short of 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
This table ranks Wheat rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vidisha APMC Leader | ₹4,900 |
| 2 Bina APMC | ₹4,821 |
| 3 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Ashta APMC | ₹3,841 |
| 5 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 6 Indore APMC | ₹3,494 |
| 7 APMC Akola APMC | ₹3,462 |
| 8 Mandsaur APMC | ₹3,131 |
| 9 Dhar APMC | ₹3,044 |
| 10 Sanwer APMC | ₹3,005 |
| 11 APMC Mantha APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Khandwa APMC | ₹2,998 |
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 ₹1,902 (63.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Wheat prices at APMC Washim APMC ranged between ₹2,305 and ₹3,050, with the average around ₹2,580. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,305 | ₹2,550 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,050 | ₹2,610 | ₹2,850 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,841 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,650 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,812 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,650 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,580 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,580 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,771 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,650 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,725 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,650 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,750 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,781 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,340 | ₹2,450 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,580 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,450 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,580 | ₹2,340 | ₹2,450 |
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
Farmers comparing Wheat rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Wheat rate at APMC Washim APMC on 16 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.