In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Oct 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,591 per quintal in Mau(Chitrakut) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
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₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,591
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Wheat rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Wheat is about 7.3% above the period average, sitting just 0.3% 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
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 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 7 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 8 APMC Akola APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 9 Hospet APMC | ₹3,725 |
| 10 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹3,660 |
| 11 APMC Nandgaon APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 12 Shamgarh APMC | ₹3,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
A spread of ₹3,000 (90.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Wheat prices at Mau(Chitrakut) APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,414. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,530 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,591 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,590 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,574 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,489 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,530 | ₹2,530 | ₹2,530 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,590 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,553 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
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
The day's best Wheat rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Wheat stood at Mau(Chitrakut) APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.