In the price report dated 22 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,579 per quintal in Jangipura APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Rice arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,710
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,579
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 3.2% below the period average and just 67.8% 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
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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
A spread of ₹4,666 (81.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Jangipura APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹8,003, with the average around ₹2,663. 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 | ₹2,710 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,579 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,508 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,715 | ₹2,744 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,609 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,710 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,643 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,541 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,551 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,487 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,710 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,566 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,668 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,561 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,680 | ₹2,640 | ₹2,661 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,733 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,695 | ₹2,695 | ₹2,695 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,610 | ₹2,628 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,680 | ₹2,680 | ₹2,680 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
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
Before carting Rice to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 22 Aug 2026, Rice traded at this rate in Jangipura APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.