In today's crop-price rundown for 15 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Basti APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 2.8% below the period average and just 35.1% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 15 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Pune APMC Leader | ₹10,850 |
| 2 Muradabad APMC | ₹10,618 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Tanda(Rampur) APMC | ₹8,350 |
| 5 Gadag APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,659 |
| 7 APMC Nagpur APMC | ₹7,425 |
| 8 Sitapur APMC | ₹6,897 |
| 9 Kampli APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,450 |
| 12 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,200 |
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 ₹4,650 (75.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Rice prices at Basti APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹3,850, with the average around ₹2,572. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,635 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,530 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,507 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,624 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,702 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,525 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,506 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,505 | ₹2,505 | ₹2,505 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,582 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,525 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,510 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,594 |
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
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
Net-net, Basti APMC posted this Rice rate on 15 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.