Reading today's price tape for 29 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹3,800 per quintal in Bolangir APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Suvarna Best)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Rice is about 1.7% above the period average, sitting just 5.0% 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 29 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 Azamgarh APMC | ₹9,604 |
| 3 Najibabad APMC | ₹7,965 |
| 4 Malur APMC | ₹7,220 |
| 5 DADRI APMC | ₹6,917 |
| 6 Ballia APMC | ₹6,835 |
| 7 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 8 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,275 |
| 9 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Pune APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Dahod APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Bhandara APMC | ₹5,700 |
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 ₹7,500 (131.6%), 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Bolangir APMC ranged between ₹3,600 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,735. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
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 day's best Rice rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Rice stood at Bolangir APMC on 29 Aug 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.