In the latest market update for 17 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,425 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₹2,425
- Lowest Price Today₹2,425
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,425
- 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 1.0% above the period average — just 27.7% 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 Babra APMC Leader | ₹2,655 |
| 2 Rahuri APMC | ₹2,625 |
| 3 Lakshar APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 4 Bassi APMC | ₹2,570 |
| 5 Jafarganj APMC | ₹2,555 |
| 6 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 7 Baripaal APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 8 Dhanaura APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 9 Meghraj APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Jayas APMC | ₹2,460 |
| 11 Khalilabad APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 12 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹2,450 |
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 ₹205 (8.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Wheat fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Lalitpur APMC ranged between ₹2,350 and ₹3,355, with the average around ₹2,402. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,360 | ₹2,352 | ₹2,356 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,456 | ₹2,456 | ₹2,456 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,375 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,357 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,352 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,351 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,360 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,356 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,407 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,364 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,480 | ₹2,390 | ₹2,441 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,360 | ₹2,351 | ₹2,356 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,460 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,458 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,360 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,352 |
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.