As the 17 Sep 2026 session wrapped up, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,523 per quintal in Purwa APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹2,550
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,523
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
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.
Today's rate is about 1.5% above the period average and just 7.4% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹4,200 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 3 Basava Kalayana APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 4 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 5 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹3,650 |
| 6 Isagarh APMC | ₹3,570 |
| 7 APMC Nagpur APMC | ₹3,425 |
| 8 APMC Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 APMC Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Bidar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Sanad APMC | ₹3,040 |
| 12 Modasa APMC | ₹3,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
That ₹1,200 (40.0%) 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 Purwa APMC ranged between ₹2,450 and ₹2,725, with the average around ₹2,486. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Nov | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 21 Oct | ₹2,550 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,469 |
| 20 Oct | ₹2,560 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,559 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,550 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,494 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,487 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,575 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,566 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,550 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,465 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,483 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,462 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,496 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,560 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,519 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,466 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,523 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Purwa APMC posted this Wheat rate on 17 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.