Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Oct 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,487 per quintal in Purwa APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
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₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,460
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,487
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 0.2% above the period average, sitting just 8.7% 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 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Purwa APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Basava Kalayana APMC Leader | ₹6,300 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 3 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 4 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 5 Badarwas APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 6 Hospet APMC | ₹3,725 |
| 7 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹3,660 |
| 8 APMC Nandgaon APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 9 APMC Nagpur APMC | ₹3,425 |
| 10 Gadag APMC | ₹3,248 |
| 11 APMC Shevgaon APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹3,190 |
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 ₹3,110 (97.5%) 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 Purwa APMC ranged between ₹2,450 and ₹2,725, with the average around ₹2,481. 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 | ₹2,500 | ₹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 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,530 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,540 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,534 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,546 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,489 |
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
Selling Wheat well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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 Purwa 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.