Here's the 16 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Rice was quoted at ₹6,250 per quintal in Sindhanur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,300
- Lowest Price Today₹6,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Medium)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Rice is about 67.6% above the period average, sitting just 7.4% 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
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹8,548 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,501 |
| 4 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 8 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sindhanur APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 APMC Bhandara APMC | ₹6,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
That ₹5,400 (88.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Sindhanur APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹6,750, with the average around ₹3,730. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹6,300 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,750 | ₹5,850 | ₹6,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,680 | ₹2,680 | ₹2,680 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,830 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,650 | ₹5,650 | ₹5,650 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,650 | ₹5,650 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,320 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,810 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,810 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,335 | ₹2,790 | ₹5,335 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,850 | ₹2,800 | ₹5,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹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
If you're chasing the best rate for Rice today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
To sum up, this was the Rice rate at Sindhanur APMC on 16 Oct 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.