As fresh arrivals settled on 12 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,585 per quintal in Barabanki APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
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₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,585
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Wheat about 3.6% above the period average, and just 9.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Wheat rates across active mandis for 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sagar APMC Leader | ₹4,350 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 3 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,730 |
| 5 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 6 Palghar APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 7 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 8 Hospet APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 9 Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,380 |
| 10 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 11 Nira(Saswad) APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 12 Dahod APMC | ₹2,885 |
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.
That ₹1,465 (50.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Wheat fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Barabanki APMC ranged between ₹2,450 and ₹2,850, with the average around ₹2,495. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,585 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,566 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,465 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,534 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,452 | ₹2,452 | ₹2,452 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,533 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,495 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,550 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,460 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,452 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,563 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,850 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,850 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,489 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,605 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,485 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,610 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,483 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Wheat was priced at this level in Barabanki APMC on 12 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.