In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Oct 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,708 per quintal in Banthara APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,840
- Lowest Price Today₹2,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,708
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Wheat rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 4.5% above the period average and just 5.3% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Wheat rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Basava Kalayana APMC Leader | ₹6,300 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 3 Ganjbasoda APMC | ₹4,640 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 5 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 7 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 8 APMC Akola APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 9 Hospet APMC | ₹3,725 |
| 10 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹3,660 |
| 11 APMC Nandgaon APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 12 Gadag APMC | ₹3,248 |
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.
The ₹3,052 (94.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Wheat prices at Banthara APMC ranged between ₹2,450 and ₹2,860, with the average around ₹2,591. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,840 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,708 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,555 | ₹2,555 | ₹2,555 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,830 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,727 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,820 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,698 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,702 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,650 | ₹2,630 | ₹2,641 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,643 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,617 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,610 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,655 | ₹2,625 | ₹2,639 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,594 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,592 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,622 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,820 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,623 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,820 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,612 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,820 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,624 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,614 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,560 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,558 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,612 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,627 |
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
The day's best Wheat rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Wheat traded at this rate in Banthara APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.