At first glance, the wheat market may appear calm, but there are strong opportunities hidden beneath the surface. According to today’s mandi update, most markets are trading around the Minimum Support Price (MSP) of ₹2,585 per quintal. However, in select mandis, wheat prices have surged to nearly ₹4,500 per quintal.
As per the latest report dated 29 April 2026, wheat prices are no longer driven solely by production levels. Instead, market demand, quality, and location are playing a crucial role. While regular wheat continues to trade near MSP, desi and organic varieties are fetching premium prices in certain markets.
This means that without the right strategy, farmers may end up selling at average rates. But with smart decision-making and proper timing, it is still possible to earn higher profits even in a stable market.
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State
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Mandi | Arrivals (Tonnes) | Variety | Min Price (₹/Quintal) | Max Price (₹/Quintal) |
| Delhi (NCT) | Najafgarh Mandi Wheat Price | 163.5 | Desi | 2,600 | 4,500 |
| Delhi (NCT) | Narela Mandi Wheat Price | 247 | Mexican | 2,450 | 2,700 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Atrauli Mandi Wheat Price | 100 | Dara | 2,400 | 2,500 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Aligarh Mandi Wheat Price | 30 | Dara | 2,400 | 2,500 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Azamgarh Mandi Wheat Price | 11.9 | Local | 2,400 | 2,425 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Barabanki Mandi Wheat Price | 12.55 | Other | 2,300 | 2,400 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Bareilly Mandi Wheat Price | 665.84 | Other | 2,400 | 2,500 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Etah Mandi Wheat Price | 7.1 | White | 2,500 | 2,600 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Gorakhpur Mandi Wheat Price | 144.97 | Dara | 2,350 | 2,585 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Jhansi Mandi Wheat Price | 48 | Other | 2,400 | 2,405 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Kanpur (Grain) Mandi Wheat Price | 505.21 | Dara | 2,310 | 2,475 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Lalganj Mandi Wheat Price | 305.5 | Dara | 2,400 | 2,450 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Lucknow Mandi Wheat Price | 46.75 | Dara | 2,590 | 2,595 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Mahoba Mandi Wheat Price | 7.29 | Dara Mill Quality | 2,585 | 2,590 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Sitapur Mandi Wheat Price | 29.35 | Organic | 2,410 | 2,430 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Ujhani Mandi Wheat Price | 484.04 | Dara | 2,450 | 2,560 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Varanasi Mandi Wheat Price | 9.2 | Dara | 2,425 | 2,425 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Thana Bhawan Mandi Wheat Price | 17.63 | Dara | 2,490 | 2,500 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Tikonia Mandi Wheat Price | 393.83 | Dara | 2,400 | 2,420 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Tilhar Mandi Wheat Price | 16.1 | Other | 2,450 | 2,450 |
Advice for Farmers:
FAQs:
Q1. What is the MSP for wheat in 2026?
The MSP for wheat is ₹2,585 per quintal.
Q2. Why are some mandis offering ₹4,500 per quintal?
Premium prices are for high-quality desi wheat with strong demand.
Q3. Which factors affect wheat market prices today?
Demand, quality, arrivals, and mandi location.
Q4. Should farmers sell wheat immediately?
Not always—waiting can help get better prices.
Q5. Which markets are best for selling wheat?
Large mandis and premium markets like Najafgarh offer better rates.