Checking the day's mandi numbers for 20 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,450 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,450
- Lowest Price Today₹2,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Mill Quality)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Wheat rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Wheat is about 0.3% below the period average — just 7.2% 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 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ganjbasoda APMC Leader | ₹4,425 |
| 2 Badarwas APMC | ₹4,110 |
| 3 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC | ₹3,725 |
| 5 Palghar APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,550 |
| 7 Bagalkot APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Sehore APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 9 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Sangli APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 11 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Bilaspur APMC | ₹3,169 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
A spread of ₹1,256 (39.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹2,640, with the average around ₹2,457. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,640 | ₹2,640 | ₹2,640 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,640 | ₹2,640 | ₹2,640 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,640 | ₹2,640 | ₹2,640 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,640 | ₹2,640 | ₹2,640 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Wheat changed hands at this rate in Lucknow APMC on 20 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.