In the latest market update for 21 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,587 per quintal in Atarra APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Atarra APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,587
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Rice is about 5.2% above the period average, sitting just 7.6% 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 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹9,729 |
| 3 Kalyan APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Saharanpur APMC | ₹8,597 |
| 5 DADRI APMC | ₹8,038 |
| 6 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,853 |
| 7 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹7,560 |
| 8 Ranebennur APMC | ₹7,195 |
| 9 Sangli APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 11 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 12 Pune APMC | ₹5,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
The ₹4,100 (69.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Atarra APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,460. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,587 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,406 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,429 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Rice stood at Atarra APMC on 21 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.