As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,539 per quintal in Basti APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Wheat markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Basti APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,539
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Hybrid)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 3.0% above the period average and just 2.4% 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
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Shujalpur APMC Leader | ₹3,951 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 3 Sagar APMC | ₹3,790 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,740 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 7 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 8 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,080 |
| 10 Dewas APMC | ₹3,056 |
| 11 Kalaburagi APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Bhopal APMC | ₹2,949 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
At ₹1,002 (34.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Wheat matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Basti APMC ranged between ₹2,450 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,465. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,539 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,522 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,538 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,480 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,495 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,475 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,461 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,560 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,467 |
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 tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Basti APMC posted this Wheat rate on 18 Aug 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.