In the latest market update for 21 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,466 per quintal in Lakhimpur APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Wheat markets.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,490
- Lowest Price Today₹2,410
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,466
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 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.
At this level, Wheat is about 0.5% below the period average, sitting just 16.1% 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 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vidisha APMC Leader | ₹4,552 |
| 2 Sehore APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 3 Basava Kalayana APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 4 Laxmeshwar APMC | ₹3,934 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,720 |
| 7 Sangli APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 8 Hospet APMC | ₹3,575 |
| 9 APMC Hubballi APMC | ₹3,402 |
| 10 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 11 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Bidar APMC | ₹3,100 |
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 ₹1,452 (46.8%) 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 Lakhimpur APMC ranged between ₹2,350 and ₹2,940, with the average around ₹2,480. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Nov | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 06 Nov | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 05 Nov | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 04 Nov | ₹2,940 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,792 |
| 21 Oct | ₹2,680 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,490 |
| 20 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,505 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,493 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,608 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,646 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,680 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,562 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,790 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,580 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,615 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,552 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,632 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,544 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,517 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,820 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,515 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,640 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,480 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,630 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,494 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,455 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,453 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,610 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,459 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,455 | ₹2,450 | ₹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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Wheat stood at Lakhimpur APMC on 21 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.