Checking the day's mandi numbers for 16 Oct 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,497 per quintal in Sitapur APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Wheat today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Wheat Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,490
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,497
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Wheat is about 0.0% below the period average, sitting just 16.8% 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
The table below lines up Wheat rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Sitapur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Basava Kalayana APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Vidisha APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 3 Bina APMC | ₹4,821 |
| 4 Lateri APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Bengaluru APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 7 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 8 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹3,660 |
| 9 Sailana APMC | ₹3,550 |
| 10 APMC Akola APMC | ₹3,462 |
| 11 Bidar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 12 APMC Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,360 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
At ₹1,640 (48.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Wheat matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Wheat prices at Sitapur APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,497. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,497 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,620 | ₹2,620 | ₹2,620 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,490 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,470 | ₹2,470 | ₹2,470 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,470 | ₹2,470 | ₹2,470 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,470 | ₹2,470 | ₹2,470 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,498 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,470 | ₹2,490 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,470 | ₹2,470 | ₹2,470 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,470 | ₹2,470 | ₹2,470 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,575 | ₹2,570 | ₹2,572 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,470 | ₹2,555 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,485 | ₹2,470 | ₹2,477 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,485 | ₹2,470 | ₹2,478 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,485 | ₹2,493 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,495 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,485 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,470 | ₹2,470 | ₹2,470 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,470 | ₹2,470 | ₹2,470 |
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
Farmers comparing Wheat rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
To sum up, this was the Wheat rate at Sitapur APMC on 16 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.