As the 16 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Rice was quoted at ₹2,700 per quintal in Ayodhya APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Rice markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,700
- Lowest Price Today₹2,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 11.4% above the period average and just 64.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Varanasi APMC | ₹7,421 |
| 7 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 10 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Saharanpur APMC | ₹6,331 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
A spread of ₹5,169 (81.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Ayodhya APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹7,601, with the average around ₹2,423. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,401 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,601 | ₹2,000 | ₹6,162 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,294 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,553 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,410 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,334 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,650 | ₹2,400 | ₹5,640 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,148 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,344 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,333 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Ayodhya APMC posted this Rice rate on 16 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.