Across the reporting yards on 18 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,630 per quintal in Kanpur(Grain) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Wheat markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Kanpur(Grain) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,640
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,630
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
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 8.3% above the period average, and just 1.7% 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 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vidisha APMC Leader | ₹4,600 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 4 Sidhi APMC | ₹3,430 |
| 5 Neemuch APMC | ₹3,176 |
| 6 Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,080 |
| 7 Ujjain APMC | ₹3,020 |
| 8 Guna APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 9 Mandsaur APMC | ₹2,841 |
| 10 Jalgaon APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 11 Jaora APMC | ₹2,771 |
| 12 Jiaganj APMC | ₹2,750 |
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.
At ₹1,850 (67.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Wheat matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Kanpur(Grain) APMC ranged between ₹2,360 and ₹2,675, with the average around ₹2,429. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,640 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,630 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,360 | ₹2,360 | ₹2,360 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,360 | ₹2,360 | ₹2,360 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,610 | ₹2,610 | ₹2,610 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,360 | ₹2,360 | ₹2,360 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,360 | ₹2,360 | ₹2,360 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,675 | ₹2,360 | ₹2,652 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,360 | ₹2,360 | ₹2,360 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,360 | ₹2,450 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,365 | ₹2,360 | ₹2,361 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,360 | ₹2,360 | ₹2,360 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,360 | ₹2,360 | ₹2,360 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,360 | ₹2,360 | ₹2,360 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,360 | ₹2,360 | ₹2,360 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,360 | ₹2,490 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,360 | ₹2,360 | ₹2,360 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,555 | ₹2,360 | ₹2,452 |
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
Selling Wheat well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
In a nutshell, Wheat was priced at this level in Kanpur(Grain) APMC on 18 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.