Looking at how the yards traded on 16 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Agra APMC. This is one of several Rice rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Rice is about 41.4% below the period average — just 80.1% 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
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Agra APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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.
That ₹5,000 (76.9%) 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 Agra APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹15,060, with the average around ₹5,123. 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 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,135 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,574 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,306 | ₹8,149 | ₹9,734 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,950 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,388 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,043 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,240 | ₹3,400 | ₹4,611 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,698 | ₹5,889 | ₹6,130 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,666 | ₹5,666 | ₹5,666 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,396 | ₹10,396 | ₹10,396 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,578 | ₹6,578 | ₹6,578 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,082 | ₹7,082 | ₹7,082 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,042 | ₹6,042 | ₹6,042 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,451 | ₹3,451 | ₹3,451 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,590 | ₹3,590 | ₹3,590 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,351 | ₹3,524 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,089 | ₹6,769 | ₹6,977 |
| 01 Sep | ₹10,100 | ₹3,251 | ₹5,325 |
| 27 Aug | ₹7,115 | ₹7,115 | ₹7,115 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Rice yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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, Agra 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.