With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Rice was quoted at ₹6,150 per quintal in Visakhapatnam APMC. This is one of several Rice rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,150
- Lowest Price Today₹6,150
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,150
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (B P T)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Rice about 3.7% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Visakhapatnam APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹9,547 |
| 3 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 4 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 5 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Shamli APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 7 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 8 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 9 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Palghar APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Alibagh APMC | ₹4,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹5,750 (135.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Rice prices at Visakhapatnam APMC ranged between ₹5,800 and ₹6,150, with the average around ₹5,931. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,850 | ₹5,850 | ₹5,850 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
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
Going to the top Rice market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Rice was priced at this level in Visakhapatnam APMC on 18 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.