With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,473 per quintal in Dankaur APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Wheat yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
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₹2,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,473
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 1.7% below the period average and just 6.8% 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 Ashoknagar APMC Leader | ₹4,650 |
| 2 Shujalpur APMC | ₹3,951 |
| 3 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,740 |
| 6 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 7 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 8 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 9 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Sironj APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,080 |
| 12 Chhindwara APMC | ₹3,040 |
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 ₹1,610 (53.0%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Dankaur APMC ranged between ₹2,450 and ₹2,652, with the average around ₹2,516. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,473 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,520 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,505 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,538 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,651 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,530 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,651 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,603 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,510 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,481 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,503 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,651 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,651 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,652 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,651 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,460 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,460 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,573 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
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
Net-net, Dankaur 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.