In the price report dated 20 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,581 per quintal in Safdarganj APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Rice yards.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,581
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Rice about 9.4% above the period average, and just 7.8% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 Chandausi APMC | ₹10,509 |
| 3 Agra APMC | ₹10,106 |
| 4 Rampur APMC | ₹9,381 |
| 5 Kalyan APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 Naanpara APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Arasikere APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Vijayapura APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 10 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,175 |
| 11 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 12 DADRI APMC | ₹6,033 |
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.
A spread of ₹7,167 (118.8%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Safdarganj APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,359. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,581 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,750 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,649 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,528 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,210 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,202 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,736 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,448 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,648 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Rice, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Rice was priced at this level in Safdarganj APMC on 20 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.