Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,526 per quintal in Bassi APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,452
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,526
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 2.4% above the period average and just 7.1% 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
The table below lines up Wheat rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Bassi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ganjbasoda APMC Leader | ₹4,425 |
| 2 Badarwas APMC | ₹4,110 |
| 3 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,725 |
| 5 Palghar APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,550 |
| 7 Bagalkot APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Sehore APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 9 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Sangli APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 11 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Bilaspur APMC | ₹3,169 |
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 ₹1,256 (39.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Bassi APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹2,720, with the average around ₹2,467. 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 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,452 | ₹2,526 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,595 | ₹2,323 | ₹2,459 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,720 | ₹2,501 | ₹2,610 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,570 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,620 | ₹2,503 | ₹2,561 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,620 | ₹2,401 | ₹2,510 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,605 | ₹2,551 | ₹2,578 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,670 | ₹2,485 | ₹2,577 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,559 | ₹2,559 | ₹2,559 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,555 | ₹2,577 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,595 | ₹2,323 | ₹2,459 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,652 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,576 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,525 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,652 | ₹2,437 | ₹2,544 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,566 | ₹2,491 | ₹2,528 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,596 | ₹2,458 | ₹2,527 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,490 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,490 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,479 | ₹2,539 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,625 | ₹2,451 | ₹2,538 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,586 | ₹2,437 | ₹2,511 |
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
Selling Wheat well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Aug 2026, Wheat traded at this rate in Bassi APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.