Here's the 16 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Rice was quoted at ₹2,600 per quintal in Nawabganj 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
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Rice is about 5.1% above the period average, sitting just 4.1% 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
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Nawabganj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Buland Shahr APMC Leader | ₹10,671 |
| 2 Hapur APMC | ₹10,100 |
| 3 Rampur APMC | ₹9,269 |
| 4 Bareilly APMC | ₹6,692 |
| 5 Samsi APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 6 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 7 Karimpur APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 8 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Bethuadahari APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹4,850 |
| 11 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Pandua APMC | ₹4,475 |
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 ₹6,196 (138.4%) 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 Nawabganj APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹2,710, with the average around ₹2,473. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,179 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,710 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,705 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,695 | ₹2,695 | ₹2,695 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,680 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,575 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,081 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,551 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,541 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Rice rate at Nawabganj APMC on 16 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.