Pulling together the 26 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,519 per quintal in Jafarganj APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Wheat today.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,650
- Lowest Price Today₹2,350
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,519
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Wheat rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Wheat is about 5.9% above the period average, sitting just 5.0% 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 26 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹3,750 |
| 2 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 3 Kadi APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 4 Mansa APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 5 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 6 Tundla APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 7 Khatra APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 8 Jamnagar APMC | ₹2,685 |
| 9 Baran APMC | ₹2,685 |
| 10 Chandausi APMC | ₹2,673 |
| 11 Indore APMC | ₹2,670 |
| 12 Siddhpur APMC | ₹2,667 |
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 ₹1,083 (40.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Jafarganj APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹2,650, with the average around ₹2,378. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,519 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,510 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,476 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,555 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,434 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,335 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,313 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,401 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,442 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,553 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,448 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,425 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,354 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,433 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,464 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,366 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,357 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,575 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,346 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Wheat rate at Jafarganj APMC on 26 Aug 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.