In the price report dated 17 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,489 per quintal in Jahanabad APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹2,490
- Lowest Price Today₹2,480
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,489
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara Mill Quality)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Wheat about 1.1% above the period average, and just 3.9% 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
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹3,850 |
| 2 Sagar APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 3 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,745 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 7 Palghar APMC | ₹3,425 |
| 8 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 9 Sankeshwar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 10 Gulabganj APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Dewas APMC | ₹2,979 |
| 12 Dahod APMC | ₹2,880 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
That ₹970 (33.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Wheat fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Jahanabad APMC ranged between ₹2,410 and ₹2,590, with the average around ₹2,462. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,490 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,489 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,590 | ₹2,530 | ₹2,559 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,590 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,572 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,573 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,561 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,590 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,539 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,435 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,487 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,490 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,478 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,468 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,441 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,560 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,456 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,560 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,467 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,430 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,426 |
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
For Wheat, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Wheat was priced at this level in Jahanabad APMC on 17 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.