From today's trading desk on 17 Oct 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,633 per quintal in Powayan APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,700
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,633
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Wheat rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Wheat is about 5.0% above the period average, sitting just 2.5% 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 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Basava Kalayana APMC Leader | ₹6,300 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 3 Ganjbasoda APMC | ₹4,640 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 5 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 7 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 8 APMC Akola APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 9 Hospet APMC | ₹3,725 |
| 10 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹3,660 |
| 11 APMC Nandgaon APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 12 Gadag APMC | ₹3,248 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
That ₹3,052 (94.0%) 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 Powayan APMC ranged between ₹2,450 and ₹2,700, with the average around ₹2,508. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,633 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,655 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,654 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,693 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,535 | ₹2,515 | ₹2,529 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,530 | ₹2,510 | ₹2,523 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,574 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,652 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,610 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,655 | ₹2,655 | ₹2,655 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,659 | ₹2,610 | ₹2,623 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,610 | ₹2,530 | ₹2,597 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,530 | ₹2,520 | ₹2,525 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,620 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,556 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,615 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,510 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,540 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,520 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,628 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,656 | ₹2,656 | ₹2,656 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Wheat rate at Powayan APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.