In the latest market update for 18 Oct 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,554 per quintal in Jalalabad APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Wheat yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
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₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,430
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,554
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Deshi)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Wheat is about 2.9% above the period average, sitting just 7.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Phaltan APMC Leader | ₹3,200 |
| 2 APMC Shevgaon APMC | ₹3,025 |
| 3 APMC Paithan APMC | ₹2,951 |
| 4 Manawar APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 5 Khargone APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 6 Raisen APMC | ₹2,806 |
| 7 Loharda APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 8 Dhar APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 9 Sarangpur APMC | ₹2,770 |
| 10 Devariya APMC | ₹2,769 |
| 11 Durgapur APMC | ₹2,765 |
| 12 Naugarh APMC | ₹2,761 |
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.
That ₹439 (15.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Wheat fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Wheat prices at Jalalabad APMC ranged between ₹2,430 and ₹2,750, with the average around ₹2,483. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,554 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,443 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,670 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,584 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,481 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,471 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,720 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,564 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,720 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,502 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,660 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,525 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,551 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,430 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Wheat stood at Jalalabad APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.