Going by the latest APMC figures for 19 Aug 2026, Asansol APMC stood at the front of the pack for Wheat, clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,700 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Wheat, making it the day's standout.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,625
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,700
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Kalyan)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 3.5% above the period average and just 3.6% 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 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Asansol APMC Leader | ₹2,700 |
| 2 Barbigha APMC | ₹2,580 |
| 3 Shekhpura APMC | ₹2,560 |
| 4 Sidhi APMC | ₹2,430 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Wheat.
The ₹270 (11.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Asansol APMC ranged between ₹2,445 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,609. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,625 | ₹2,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,725 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,765 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,725 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,645 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,465 | ₹2,550 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,625 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,625 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,725 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,725 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,725 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,665 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,665 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,665 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,765 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,680 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,565 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,550 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹2,465 | ₹2,550 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹2,465 | ₹2,500 |
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
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Asansol APMC set the pace for Wheat. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.