In the latest market update for 21 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,700 per quintal in Asansol APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Asansol APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Wheat arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,825
- Lowest Price Today₹2,650
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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.
At this level, Wheat is about 3.3% above the period average, sitting just 4.4% 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
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Basava Kalayana APMC Leader | ₹4,300 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Nagpur APMC | ₹3,425 |
| 4 Kalyan APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 5 Tasgaon APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 6 Indore APMC | ₹3,075 |
| 7 Dahod APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 8 Ratlam APMC | ₹2,899 |
| 9 Guna APMC | ₹2,895 |
| 10 Aron APMC | ₹2,891 |
| 11 Mandsaur APMC | ₹2,891 |
| 12 Badarwas APMC | ₹2,870 |
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.
At ₹1,430 (49.8%), 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Asansol APMC ranged between ₹2,445 and ₹2,825, with the average around ₹2,615. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹2,825 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,825 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,750 |
| 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 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Wheat rate at Asansol APMC on 21 Aug 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.