Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Oct 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,742 per quintal in Balrampur APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,742
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Wheat rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 8.1% above the period average and just 8.6% 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 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Balrampur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Phaltan APMC Leader | ₹3,200 |
| 2 APMC Shevgaon APMC | ₹3,025 |
| 3 APMC Paithan APMC | ₹2,951 |
| 4 Manawar APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 5 Khargone APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 6 Raisen APMC | ₹2,806 |
| 7 Loharda APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 8 Dhar APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 9 Sarangpur APMC | ₹2,770 |
| 10 Devariya APMC | ₹2,769 |
| 11 Durgapur APMC | ₹2,765 |
| 12 Naugarh APMC | ₹2,761 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
That ₹439 (15.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Wheat fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Wheat prices at Balrampur APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,535. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,742 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,630 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,692 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,655 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,668 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,544 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,554 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,664 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,589 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,636 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,340 | ₹2,340 | ₹2,340 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
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
When picking where to sell Wheat, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Balrampur APMC posted this Wheat rate on 18 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.