Reading today's price tape for 20 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,600 per quintal in Azamgarh APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Wheat is about 4.0% above the period average — just 10.0% 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
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Azamgarh APMC ranged between ₹2,425 and ₹2,890, with the average around ₹2,501. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,591 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,685 | ₹2,685 | ₹2,685 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,591 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,590 | ₹2,590 | ₹2,590 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,890 | ₹2,590 | ₹2,603 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,630 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,602 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,590 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,588 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
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
The headline Wheat rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Wheat changed hands at this rate in Azamgarh APMC on 20 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.