As the 18 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,425 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,425
- Lowest Price Today₹2,425
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,425
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityWheat (Deshi)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 4.3% below the period average and just 30.7% 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
The table below lines up Wheat rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Varanasi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Dhar APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 8 Bilsi APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 9 Loharda APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Sarangpur APMC | ₹2,770 |
| 11 Durgapur APMC | ₹2,765 |
| 12 Naugarh APMC | ₹2,761 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹2,425 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,535. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,780 | ₹2,780 | ₹2,780 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,524 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,429 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,494 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,445 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,440 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Wheat yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Wheat traded at this rate in Varanasi APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.