Reading today's price tape for 18 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹3,250 per quintal in Dasda APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Dasda APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,250
- Lowest Price Today₹3,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
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.
Right now Rice is about 0.6% below the period average — just 4.4% 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 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Buland Shahr APMC Leader | ₹9,547 |
| 2 Tanda(Rampur) APMC | ₹6,455 |
| 3 Kalyan APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 4 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 6 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Dahod APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Samsi APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 11 Hasanpur APMC | ₹5,214 |
| 12 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
At ₹4,347 (83.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Dasda APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹3,400, with the average around ₹3,268. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,350 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,350 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,350 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,350 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,300 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,250 |
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
To wrap up, Dasda APMC logged this Rice rate on 18 Aug 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.