With the 20 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,586 per quintal in Pukharayan APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Wheat yard so you can see where this one falls.
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₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,586
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 3.3% above the period average and just 4.2% 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 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Barshi APMC Leader | ₹4,300 |
| 2 Barshi(Vairag) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 3 APMC Shevgaon APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 4 Rahuri(Vambori) APMC | ₹3,067 |
| 5 APMC Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,050 |
| 6 APMC Karjat APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Guna APMC | ₹2,930 |
| 8 Manawar APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 9 Sambhal APMC | ₹2,840 |
| 10 Sadulshahar APMC | ₹2,813 |
| 11 Lasalgaon(Niphad) APMC | ₹2,811 |
| 12 APMC Karmala APMC | ₹2,811 |
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 ₹1,489 (53.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Wheat prices at Pukharayan APMC ranged between ₹2,380 and ₹2,700, with the average around ₹2,503. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,586 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,650 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,590 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,493 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,578 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,550 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,489 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,574 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,557 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,580 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,524 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,523 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,508 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,547 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,578 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,577 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Pukharayan APMC posted this Wheat rate on 20 Oct 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.