As fresh arrivals settled on 16 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹1,983 per quintal in Shahabad(New Mandi) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Shahabad(New Mandi) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,950
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,983
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
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 4.2% below the period average, and just 29.5% 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
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Shahabad(New Mandi) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Varanasi APMC | ₹7,421 |
| 7 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹7,315 |
| 8 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sindhanur APMC | ₹6,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
That ₹5,250 (84.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Rice prices at Shahabad(New Mandi) APMC ranged between ₹1,950 and ₹2,815, with the average around ₹2,070. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,983 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,972 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,987 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,046 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,973 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 01 Jul | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 17 Jun | ₹2,815 | ₹2,815 | ₹2,815 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Rice today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
In a nutshell, Rice was priced at this level in Shahabad(New Mandi) APMC on 16 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.