Across the reporting yards on 18 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,601 per quintal in Babhulgaon APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Wheat today.
01What Put Babhulgaon APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,645
- Lowest Price Today₹2,586
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,601
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 6.6% above the period average and just 1.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Shujalpur APMC Leader | ₹3,951 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 3 Sagar APMC | ₹3,790 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,740 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 7 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 8 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,080 |
| 10 Dewas APMC | ₹3,056 |
| 11 Kalaburagi APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Bhopal APMC | ₹2,949 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,002 (34.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Wheat prices at Babhulgaon APMC ranged between ₹2,101 and ₹2,645, with the average around ₹2,439. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹2,645 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,645 | ₹2,586 | ₹2,601 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,635 | ₹2,601 | ₹2,611 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,580 | ₹2,501 | ₹2,551 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,570 | ₹2,301 | ₹2,451 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,451 | ₹2,501 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,545 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,510 | ₹2,401 | ₹2,451 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,510 | ₹2,401 | ₹2,451 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,495 | ₹2,401 | ₹2,451 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,505 | ₹2,301 | ₹2,401 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,510 | ₹2,401 | ₹2,451 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,510 | ₹2,401 | ₹2,451 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,495 | ₹2,301 | ₹2,401 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,495 | ₹2,301 | ₹2,401 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,495 | ₹2,351 | ₹2,421 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,465 | ₹2,201 | ₹2,351 |
| 29 Jun | ₹2,460 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,390 |
| 24 Jun | ₹2,440 | ₹2,401 | ₹2,421 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Babhulgaon APMC posted this Wheat rate on 18 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.