From today's trading desk on 18 Oct 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,406 per quintal in Maigalganj APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Wheat arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,430
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,406
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (PBW-343)
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.
Right now Wheat is about 4.2% below the period average — just 10.2% 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 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Phaltan APMC Leader | ₹3,200 |
| 2 APMC Shevgaon APMC | ₹3,025 |
| 3 APMC Paithan APMC | ₹2,951 |
| 4 Manawar APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 5 Khargone APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 6 Raisen APMC | ₹2,806 |
| 7 Dhar APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 8 Loharda APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 9 Sarangpur APMC | ₹2,770 |
| 10 Devariya APMC | ₹2,767 |
| 11 Durgapur APMC | ₹2,765 |
| 12 Naugarh APMC | ₹2,761 |
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 ₹439 (15.9%) 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 Maigalganj APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹2,680, with the average around ₹2,513. 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 Oct | ₹2,430 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,406 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,680 | ₹2,680 | ₹2,680 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,530 | ₹2,530 | ₹2,530 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,530 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,517 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,510 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,497 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,545 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,580 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,580 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,596 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,640 | ₹2,640 | ₹2,640 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,475 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Maigalganj APMC logged this Wheat rate on 18 Oct 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.