In the latest market update for 18 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,593 per quintal in Banthara APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Wheat yard so you can see where this one falls.
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₹2,740
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,593
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
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 2.1% above the period average — just 6.7% 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 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Shujalpur APMC Leader | ₹3,951 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 3 Sagar APMC | ₹3,790 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,740 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 7 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 8 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,080 |
| 10 Dewas APMC | ₹3,056 |
| 11 Kalaburagi APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Bhopal APMC | ₹2,949 |
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 ₹1,002 (34.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Wheat fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Banthara APMC ranged between ₹2,450 and ₹2,780, with the average around ₹2,540. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹2,545 | ₹2,530 | ₹2,538 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,740 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,593 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,536 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,740 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,549 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,535 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,528 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,750 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,597 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,770 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,591 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,780 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,592 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,780 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,645 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,770 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,596 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,780 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,612 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,770 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,643 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,670 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,560 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,770 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,572 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,770 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,611 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,760 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,638 |
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
Before carting Wheat to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Wheat changed hands at this rate in Banthara APMC on 18 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.