In the latest market update for 21 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,450 per quintal in Basti APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Wheat markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Wheat arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,450
- Lowest Price Today₹2,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Wheat is about 0.6% below the period average, sitting just 5.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Wheat rates across the markets that reported on 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Basti APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vidisha APMC Leader | ₹4,552 |
| 2 Sehore APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 3 Basava Kalayana APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 4 Laxmeshwar APMC | ₹3,934 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,720 |
| 7 Sangli APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 8 Hospet APMC | ₹3,575 |
| 9 APMC Hubballi APMC | ₹3,402 |
| 10 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 11 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,100 |
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 ₹1,452 (46.8%) 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 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,515 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Wheat market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Wheat rate at Basti APMC on 21 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.