Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹5,320 per quintal in APMC Palghar APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Rice yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,320
- Lowest Price Today₹5,320
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,320
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (1009 Kar)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 6.4% above the period average, sitting just 3.3% 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
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where APMC Palghar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chintamani APMC Leader | ₹8,030 |
| 2 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 3 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 5 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 6 Dahod APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 7 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 8 APMC Palghar APMC | ₹5,320 |
| 9 Jangipur APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 10 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Asansol APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹4,700 |
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.
The ₹3,330 (70.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at APMC Palghar APMC ranged between ₹4,575 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹4,999. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹5,320 | ₹5,320 | ₹5,320 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,270 | ₹5,270 | ₹5,270 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,850 | ₹4,850 | ₹4,850 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,245 | ₹5,245 | ₹5,245 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,410 | ₹5,410 | ₹5,410 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,250 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,575 | ₹4,575 | ₹4,575 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,605 | ₹4,605 | ₹4,605 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,725 | ₹4,725 | ₹4,725 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,801 | ₹4,801 | ₹4,801 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,901 | ₹4,901 | ₹4,901 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,075 | ₹5,075 | ₹5,075 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,275 | ₹5,275 | ₹5,275 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,151 | ₹5,151 | ₹5,151 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,601 | ₹4,601 | ₹4,601 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,825 | ₹4,825 | ₹4,825 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,900 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,900 |
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, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Rice stood at APMC Palghar APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.