Based on what the markets reported on 16 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,776 per quintal in Jangipura APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,900
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,776
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Rice is about 3.1% above the period average, sitting just 65.3% 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
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 APMC Pune APMC | ₹10,900 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹9,560 |
| 4 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹8,407 |
| 5 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,501 |
| 6 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Varanasi APMC | ₹7,421 |
| 8 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹7,315 |
| 9 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
The ₹5,000 (76.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Rice prices at Jangipura APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹8,003, with the average around ₹2,694. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,595 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,900 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,776 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,100 | ₹2,340 | ₹3,398 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,560 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,616 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,309 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,745 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,850 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,588 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,677 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,810 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,580 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,673 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,750 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,584 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,790 | ₹2,790 | ₹2,790 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,750 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,538 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,565 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,640 | ₹2,671 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,628 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,740 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,720 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Rice stood at Jangipura APMC on 16 Oct 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.