In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,590 per quintal in Maigalganj APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,590
- Lowest Price Today₹2,590
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,590
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Wheat rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Wheat is about 4.4% above the period average, sitting just 2.6% 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
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 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹3,750 |
| 2 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 3 Sidhi APMC | ₹3,430 |
| 4 Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,080 |
| 5 Bina APMC | ₹2,901 |
| 6 Jalgaon APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 7 Jiaganj APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 8 Himatnagar APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 9 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹2,725 |
| 10 Kadi APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 11 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Indore APMC | ₹2,695 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹1,055 (39.1%), 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 Maigalganj APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹2,660, with the average around ₹2,482. 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 | ₹2,590 | ₹2,590 | ₹2,590 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,455 | ₹2,553 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,449 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,516 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,620 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,503 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,660 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,589 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,610 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,602 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,640 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,537 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,456 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,555 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,620 | ₹2,620 | ₹2,620 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,625 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,488 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,503 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Wheat yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
To sum up, this was the Wheat rate at Maigalganj 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.