In the latest market update for 17 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,351 per quintal in Lalitpur APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Lalitpur APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,355
- Lowest Price Today₹2,350
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,351
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Wheat is about 3.8% below the period average — just 36.9% 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
This table ranks Wheat rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹3,850 |
| 2 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,745 |
| 5 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 6 Palghar APMC | ₹3,425 |
| 7 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 8 Sankeshwar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 9 Gulabganj APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Dahod APMC | ₹2,880 |
| 11 Shadora APMC | ₹2,865 |
| 12 Manvi APMC | ₹2,850 |
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.
That ₹1,000 (35.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Wheat fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Wheat prices at Lalitpur APMC ranged between ₹2,350 and ₹3,725, with the average around ₹2,444. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Nov | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 |
| 10 Nov | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 07 Nov | ₹2,356 | ₹2,351 | ₹2,354 |
| 05 Nov | ₹2,918 | ₹2,912 | ₹2,916 |
| 21 Oct | ₹3,721 | ₹2,496 | ₹2,862 |
| 20 Oct | ₹2,690 | ₹2,635 | ₹2,665 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,355 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,352 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,550 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,491 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,609 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,509 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,538 | ₹2,538 | ₹2,538 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,355 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,351 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,695 | ₹2,685 | ₹2,690 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,355 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,353 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,355 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,353 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,560 | ₹2,351 | ₹2,406 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,575 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,363 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,725 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,486 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Wheat today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
In short, Wheat changed hands at this rate in Lalitpur APMC on 17 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.