Reading today's price tape for 18 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,557 per quintal in Dooni APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
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₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,514
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,557
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (147 Average)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Wheat is about 5.6% above the period average — just 1.7% 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
This table ranks Wheat rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ashoknagar APMC Leader | ₹4,650 |
| 2 Bina APMC | ₹4,018 |
| 3 Shujalpur APMC | ₹3,951 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,740 |
| 7 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 8 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 9 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,080 |
| 11 Chhindwara APMC | ₹3,040 |
| 12 Kalaburagi APMC | ₹3,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
The ₹1,650 (55.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Dooni APMC ranged between ₹2,260 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,422. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,514 | ₹2,557 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,495 | ₹2,548 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,530 | ₹2,510 | ₹2,520 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,515 | ₹2,548 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,548 | ₹2,522 | ₹2,535 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,595 | ₹2,325 | ₹2,460 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,450 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,557 | ₹2,510 | ₹2,534 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,474 | ₹2,530 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,495 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,488 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,490 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,490 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,580 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,513 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,488 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,484 | ₹2,470 | ₹2,477 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,420 | ₹2,409 | ₹2,415 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,375 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,430 | ₹2,370 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,390 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,370 |
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
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
In short, Wheat changed hands at this rate in Dooni APMC on 18 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.