In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Sep 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,173 per quintal in Nawabganj APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Nawabganj APMC on Top Today
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₹2,700
- Lowest Price Today₹1,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,173
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 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.
This puts Rice about 13.3% below the period average, and just 32.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹8,621 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 5 Vijayapura APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 6 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹6,324 |
| 7 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 8 Agra APMC | ₹6,130 |
| 9 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Dahod 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.
At ₹7,767 (143.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Nawabganj APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹2,505. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,820 | ₹2,820 | ₹2,820 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,815 | ₹2,815 | ₹2,815 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,173 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,711 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,468 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,947 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,639 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,635 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,590 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,917 |
| 04 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,725 | ₹2,710 | ₹2,718 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Nawabganj APMC reported Rice at this level on 18 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.