Wheat prices showed noticeable variation across different markets on September 7, 2026, with Delhi recording the highest maximum rate among the markets covered. According to the latest mandi prices, wheat reached ₹3,000 per quintal at Delhi’s Najafgarh market, where 100.80 tonnes of wheat arrived, the highest arrival recorded in the given data.
In Uttar Pradesh, wheat prices remained relatively close across several markets. Tundla market recorded a rate of ₹2,750 to ₹2,800 per quintal, while Jaunpur reported ₹2,706 to ₹2,708 and Shahjahanpur recorded ₹2,600 to ₹2,650 per quintal.
The government’s wheat MSP is ₹2,585 per quintal. Some of the markets in today’s data recorded maximum prices above the MSP, while others remained below it. Farmers planning to sell their wheat should compare rates and arrivals across nearby markets instead of relying on the price of a single mandi.
| State | Market | Arrivals (Tonnes) | Variety | Minimum Price (₹/Quintal) | Maximum Price (₹/Quintal) |
| Bihar | Barbigah Market Wheat Price | 15 | 147 Average | 2,500 | 2,670 |
| Bihar | Sheikhpura Market Wheat Price | 12 | 147 Average | 2,500 | 2,670 |
| Delhi (NCT) | Najafgarh Market Wheat Price | 100.8 | Farmy | 2,800 | 3,000 |
| Delhi (NCT) | Narela Market Wheat Price | 11 | Mexican | 2,771 | 2,771 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Farrukhabad Market Wheat Price | 13.8 | Medium | 2,610 | 2,625 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Gorakhpur Market Wheat Price | 11 | Medium | 2,400 | 2,500 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Jaunpur Market Wheat Price | 9.24 | Dara Mill Quality | 2,706 | 2,708 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Kanpur (Grain) Market Wheat Price | 6.76 | Desi | 2,450 | 2,500 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Jehanabad Market Wheat Price | 35 | Dara Mill Quality | 2,456 | 2,500 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Lucknow Market Wheat Price | 13 | Dara Mill Quality | 2,390 | 2,400 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Mathura Market Wheat Price | 1.93 | Dara | 2,600 | 2,631 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Prayagraj Market Wheat Price | 20 | Desi | 2,200 | 2,250 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Rae Bareli Market Wheat Price | 8.06 | Medium | 2,360 | 2,400 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Shahjahanpur Market Wheat Price | 52.59 | Other | 2,600 | 2,650 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Sultanpur Market Wheat Price | 28.38 | Dara | 2,410 | 2,450 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Tundla Market Wheat Price | 13.93 | Local | 2,750 | 2,800 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Unnao Market Wheat Price | 54.26 | Dara Mill Quality | 2,541 | 2,550 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Uttaripura Market Wheat Price | 9.4 | Other | 2,356 | 2,400 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Varanasi Market Wheat Price | 3.6 | Desi | 2,400 | 2,425 |
The highest wheat arrival in today’s data was recorded at Najafgarh market in Delhi, where 100.80 tonnes arrived. The market reported a minimum price of ₹2,800 and a maximum price of ₹3,000 per quintal.
In Uttar Pradesh, Unnao market recorded 54.26 tonnes, followed by Shahjahanpur with 52.59 tonnes and Jehanabad with 35 tonnes. Bihar’s Barbigah market recorded 15 tonnes, while Sheikhpura reported 12 tonnes.
How Many Markets Recorded Prices Above MSP?
The wheat MSP is ₹2,585 per quintal. Among the markets listed, Najafgarh recorded a maximum price of ₹3,000, Narela ₹2,771, Jaunpur ₹2,708, Mathura ₹2,631, Shahjahanpur ₹2,650, and Tundla ₹2,800 per quintal.
However, several markets recorded maximum prices below the MSP. For example, Prayagraj reported a maximum of ₹2,250, Lucknow ₹2,400, and Gorakhpur ₹2,500 per quintal.
Wheat Prices in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh:
Bihar, both Barbigah and Sheikhpura markets recorded wheat prices of ₹2,500 to ₹2,670 per quintal for the 147 Average variety.
Uttar Pradesh, Jaunpur recorded ₹2,706 to ₹2,708 per quintal, Mathura ₹2,600 to ₹2,631, and Tundla ₹2,750 to ₹2,800 per quintal. In Prayagraj, the wheat price remained at ₹2,200 to ₹2,250 per quintal.
Important Points for Farmers:
Farmers should check the today mandi price according to the variety and quality of their wheat before deciding where to sell. The maximum price alone should not be the only basis for a sale decision, as the actual price can vary depending on the quality and variety of the produce.
The MSP of ₹2,585 per quintal should also be kept in mind while comparing prices in nearby markets. Farmers should consider the distance to the market and transportation costs along with the mandi rate before deciding where the crop can be sold at a better effective price.
FAQs:
1. What is the highest wheat price today?
Najafgarh market in Delhi recorded the highest maximum price of ₹3,000 per quintal.
2. What is the wheat MSP?
The government’s wheat MSP is ₹2,585 per quintal.
3. Which market recorded the highest wheat arrival?
Delhi’s Najafgarh market recorded the highest arrival at 100.80 tonnes.
4. What is the wheat price in Uttar Pradesh today?
Rates vary by market. Tundla recorded ₹2,750–₹2,800, while Jaunpur recorded ₹2,706–₹2,708 per quintal.
5. Should farmers sell wheat based only on the highest price?
No. Farmers should also consider wheat quality, variety, transportation costs, distance and market arrivals before deciding where to sell.
