Reading today's price tape for 24 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,550 per quintal in Maigalganj APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
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₹2,550
- Lowest Price Today₹2,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Wheat is about 2.5% above the period average — just 4.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jamakhandi APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Aron APMC | ₹4,850 |
| 3 Sehore APMC | ₹4,401 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 5 Sironj APMC | ₹3,790 |
| 6 Lalitpur APMC | ₹3,725 |
| 7 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 8 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 9 Nagpur APMC | ₹3,425 |
| 10 Bidar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Dahod APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Saharanpur APMC | ₹2,787 |
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 ₹2,213 (79.4%) 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 Maigalganj APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹2,660, with the average around ₹2,488. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,645 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,630 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,620 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,523 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,547 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,539 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,590 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,551 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Maigalganj APMC logged this Wheat rate on 24 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.