Reading today's price tape for 16 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹3,013 per quintal in Banda APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,020
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,013
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Rice is about 17.1% above the period average, sitting just 0.2% 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 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Buland Shahr APMC Leader | ₹10,671 |
| 2 Hapur APMC | ₹10,100 |
| 3 Rampur APMC | ₹9,269 |
| 4 Bareilly APMC | ₹6,692 |
| 5 Samsi APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 6 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 7 Karimpur APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 8 Bethuadahari APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹4,850 |
| 10 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Pandua APMC | ₹4,475 |
| 12 Alibagh APMC | ₹4,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
At ₹6,421 (151.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Rice prices at Banda APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹3,020, with the average around ₹2,573. 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 Aug | ₹3,020 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,013 |
| 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 |
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
The day's best Rice rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Rice stood at Banda APMC on 16 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.