In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Oct 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,560 per quintal in Lalganj APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,637
- Lowest Price Today₹2,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,560
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 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 2.7% above the period average, and just 14.7% 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
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Basava Kalayana APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Vidisha APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 3 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 5 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 6 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹3,660 |
| 7 Sailana APMC | ₹3,550 |
| 8 APMC Akola APMC | ₹3,462 |
| 9 Bidar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 10 APMC Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,360 |
| 11 APMC Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 12 APMC Nandgaon APMC | ₹3,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹1,750 (53.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Wheat prices at Lalganj APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,492. 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 Oct | ₹2,637 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,560 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,612 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,538 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,602 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,541 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,612 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,536 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,575 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,476 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,657 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,587 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,519 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,657 | ₹2,590 | ₹2,615 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,657 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,551 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,523 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,501 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,510 | ₹2,592 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,543 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,666 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,534 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,686 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,630 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,640 | ₹2,565 | ₹2,592 |
| 11 Sep | ₹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
The day's best Wheat rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Wheat was priced at this level in Lalganj APMC on 16 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.