Reading today's price tape for 16 Aug 2026, Lucknow APMC stood at the front of the pack for Wheat, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,500 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Wheat leader.
01What Put Lucknow APMC on Top Today
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 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.
Right now Wheat is about 42.2% above the period average — right at 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 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹3,500 |
| 2 Kasimbazar APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 3 Kandi APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 4 Hapur APMC | ₹2,740 |
| 5 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 6 Sikarpur APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 7 Agra APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 8 Karimpur APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 9 Omchatinya Multi State Agro Purpose Co-Op Society, Dist Ahilyanagar APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Tanda Akbarpur APMC | ₹2,690 |
| 11 Gonda APMC | ₹2,680 |
| 12 Devariya APMC | ₹2,666 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
That ₹834 (31.3%) 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 Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,462. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,640 | ₹2,640 | ₹2,640 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,640 | ₹2,620 | ₹2,635 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,620 | ₹2,620 | ₹2,620 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,564 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,552 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,430 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,428 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,405 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Wheat yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Wheat found its strongest bid at Lucknow APMC on 16 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.