Pulling together the 18 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Rice was quoted at ₹2,476 per quintal in Baripaal APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,480
- Lowest Price Today₹2,475
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,476
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Rice is about 1.8% below the period average, sitting just 10.8% 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
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Buland Shahr APMC Leader | ₹9,547 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 4 Kalyan APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 6 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Dahod APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Samsi APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 11 Hasanpur APMC | ₹5,214 |
| 12 Karjat(Raigad) APMC | ₹5,200 |
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.
That ₹4,347 (83.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Rice prices at Baripaal APMC ranged between ₹2,475 and ₹2,775, with the average around ₹2,522. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,480 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,476 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,775 | ₹2,730 | ₹2,752 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,480 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,476 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,480 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,477 |
| 05 Jul | ₹2,480 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,477 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,615 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,602 |
| 24 Jun | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 |
| 21 Jun | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Jun | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 |
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
For Rice, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
To sum up, this was the Rice rate at Baripaal APMC on 18 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.