Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,250 per quintal in Prayagraj APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹2,250
- Lowest Price Today₹2,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 4.1% below the period average and just 14.3% 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
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Basava Kalayana APMC Leader | ₹4,600 |
| 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 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 9 Sangli APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 11 APMC Hubballi APMC | ₹3,122 |
| 12 Bidar APMC | ₹3,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
That ₹1,500 (48.4%) 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 Prayagraj APMC ranged between ₹2,250 and ₹2,625, with the average around ₹2,347. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,305 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,286 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,475 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,354 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,525 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,525 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,510 | ₹2,510 | ₹2,510 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,525 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,525 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,510 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,402 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,465 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
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
Selling Wheat well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Prayagraj APMC posted this Wheat rate on 20 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.