Reading today's price tape for 15 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,641 per quintal in Banda APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,700
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,641
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Rice is about 3.5% above the period average — just 11.1% 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
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 15 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Agra APMC Leader | ₹7,733 |
| 2 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹7,308 |
| 3 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 4 Karimpur APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹4,953 |
| 6 Bethuadahari APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 7 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Karjat(Raigad) APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 9 Indus(Bankura Sadar) APMC | ₹4,550 |
| 10 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Murud APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Alibagh APMC | ₹4,250 |
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.
The ₹3,483 (82.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Rice prices at Banda APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹2,970, with the average around ₹2,552. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,641 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,820 | ₹2,770 | ₹2,806 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,420 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,405 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,970 | ₹2,840 | ₹2,925 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,780 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,763 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,420 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,405 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,410 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,405 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,780 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,769 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,420 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,407 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,820 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,685 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,730 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,667 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,520 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,514 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,420 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,406 |
| 28 Jun | ₹2,420 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,408 |
| 21 Jun | ₹2,410 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,402 |
| 20 Jun | ₹2,420 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,412 |
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
For Rice, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Rice changed hands at this rate in Banda APMC on 15 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.