With the 23 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Prayagraj APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 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.
This puts Wheat about 2.1% above the period average, and just 8.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Wheat rates across the markets that reported on 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Prayagraj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karimpur APMC Leader | ₹2,800 |
| 2 Kasimbazar APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 3 Kandi APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 4 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 5 Moth APMC | ₹2,669 |
| 6 Sehjanwa APMC | ₹2,659 |
| 7 Bhikangaon APMC | ₹2,658 |
| 8 Firozabad APMC | ₹2,640 |
| 9 Jaunpur APMC | ₹2,638 |
| 10 Paithan APMC | ₹2,626 |
| 11 Nagina APMC | ₹2,610 |
| 12 Payagpur APMC | ₹2,605 |
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 ₹195 (7.5%) 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 Prayagraj APMC ranged between ₹2,250 and ₹2,625, with the average around ₹2,351. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Prayagraj APMC reported Wheat at this level on 23 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.