From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,580 per quintal in Orai APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,580
- Lowest Price Today₹2,580
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,580
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Other)
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.
At this level, Wheat is about 5.0% above the period average, sitting just 4.4% 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 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 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.
A spread of ₹1,002 (34.0%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Orai APMC ranged between ₹2,350 and ₹2,700, with the average around ₹2,456. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,574 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,580 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,535 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,468 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,496 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,505 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,577 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,590 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,479 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,630 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,537 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,463 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,480 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,530 | ₹2,530 | ₹2,530 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,630 | ₹2,630 | ₹2,630 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,519 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,516 | ₹2,516 | ₹2,516 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,560 | ₹2,401 | ₹2,513 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Wheat rate at Orai APMC on 18 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.