Pulling together the 18 Sep 2026 mandi readings, Rice was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Safdarganj APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Rice is about 6.0% above the period average, sitting just 10.7% 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 18 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹7,550 |
| 4 Vijayapura APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 5 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹6,324 |
| 6 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 7 Agra APMC | ₹6,130 |
| 8 Dahod APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Ayodhya APMC | ₹5,640 |
| 12 Golagokarnath APMC | ₹5,433 |
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 ₹4,567 (84.1%) 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 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,349 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,302 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Rice, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Rice stood at Safdarganj APMC on 18 Sep 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.