Checking the day's mandi numbers for 22 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹7,755 per quintal in Barabanki APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Rice markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Barabanki APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,558
- Lowest Price Today₹5,985
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,755
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Rice is about 121.2% above the period average, sitting just 48.3% 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
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Prayagraj APMC Leader | ₹10,366 |
| 2 Varanasi APMC | ₹9,730 |
| 3 Barabanki APMC | ₹7,755 |
| 4 Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Noida APMC | ₹6,508 |
| 6 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 7 Etawah APMC | ₹6,404 |
| 8 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹6,388 |
| 9 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 10 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Dahod APMC | ₹5,700 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹4,666 (81.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Barabanki APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹3,506. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹12,558 | ₹5,985 | ₹7,755 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,485 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,563 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 |
| 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 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Rice stood at Barabanki APMC on 22 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.