In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,450 per quintal in Puranpur APMC. This is one of several Wheat rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Puranpur APMC on Top Today
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₹2,450
- Lowest Price Today₹2,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Medium)
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.
Today's rate is about 0.5% below the period average and just 7.5% 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 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 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.
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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Puranpur APMC ranged between ₹2,450 and ₹2,650, with the average around ₹2,463. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,470 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,467 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,460 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,458 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,460 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,460 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,460 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,460 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,453 | ₹2,453 | ₹2,453 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,460 | ₹2,455 | ₹2,458 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,451 | ₹2,496 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
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
Bottom line: on 20 Aug 2026, Wheat traded at this rate in Puranpur 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.