Reading today's price tape for 18 Oct 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,580 per quintal in Khair APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
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₹2,580
- Lowest Price Today₹2,580
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,580
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Wheat is about 2.6% above the period average, sitting just 7.9% 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
The table below lines up Wheat rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Khair APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Shevgaon APMC Leader | ₹3,025 |
| 2 Khargone APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 3 Raisen APMC | ₹2,806 |
| 4 Manawar APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 5 Dhar APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 6 Durgapur APMC | ₹2,765 |
| 7 Loharda APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 8 Asansol APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 9 Chhapiheda APMC | ₹2,730 |
| 10 Lashkar APMC | ₹2,705 |
| 11 Jahangirabad APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹2,700 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹325 (12.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Wheat matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Wheat prices at Khair APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,515. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,580 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,580 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,580 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,580 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,590 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,581 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,580 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,580 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,580 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,580 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,592 | ₹2,592 | ₹2,592 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,583 | ₹2,583 | ₹2,583 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,633 | ₹2,633 | ₹2,633 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,640 | ₹2,640 | ₹2,640 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,640 | ₹2,640 | ₹2,640 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,641 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,680 | ₹2,680 | ₹2,680 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Wheat today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Wheat rate at Khair APMC on 18 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.