Pulling together the 17 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Barabanki APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Barabanki APMC on Top Today
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₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Wheat is about 0.3% below the period average — just 13.0% 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
This table ranks Wheat rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Basava Kalayana APMC Leader | ₹6,300 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 3 Ganjbasoda APMC | ₹4,640 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 5 Sehore APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 6 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 7 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 8 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 9 Hospet APMC | ₹3,725 |
| 10 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹3,660 |
| 11 APMC Nandgaon APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 12 Gadag APMC | ₹3,248 |
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.
The ₹3,052 (94.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Wheat prices at Barabanki APMC ranged between ₹2,450 and ₹2,875, with the average around ₹2,507. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,520 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,710 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,657 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,720 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,609 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,670 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,511 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,670 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,529 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,533 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,490 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,875 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,514 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,564 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,850 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,541 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,469 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,459 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Wheat, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Wheat changed hands at this rate in Barabanki APMC on 17 Oct 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.