Reading today's price tape for 16 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹5,700 per quintal in Shillong APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Khaw Khasi)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Rice is about 0.0% above the period average — just 1.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 APMC Pune APMC | ₹10,900 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹9,560 |
| 4 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹8,407 |
| 5 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,501 |
| 6 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Varanasi APMC | ₹7,421 |
| 8 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹7,315 |
| 9 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹5,000 (76.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Shillong APMC ranged between ₹5,600 and ₹5,800, with the average around ₹5,700. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
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
The headline Rice rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
To wrap up, Shillong APMC logged this Rice rate on 16 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.