Checking the day's mandi numbers for 14 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹3,250 per quintal in Barabanki APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Barabanki APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,250
- Lowest Price Today₹3,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Rice is about 6.3% below the period average, sitting just 78.3% 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
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 14 Aug 2026, so you can see where Barabanki APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vijayapura APMC Leader | ₹11,357 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,923 |
| 4 Saharanpur APMC | ₹7,507 |
| 5 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Noida APMC | ₹6,469 |
| 7 Prayagraj APMC | ₹6,365 |
| 8 Agra APMC | ₹6,233 |
| 9 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 10 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹6,101 |
| 11 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹6,038 |
| 12 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹5,357 (89.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Barabanki APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹3,467. 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 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,690 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,620 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,421 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,720 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,403 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,848 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,560 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,126 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,410 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,405 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,064 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,519 |
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
Selling Rice well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
All told, this is where Rice stood at Barabanki APMC on 14 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.