Going by the latest APMC figures for 02 Jul 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,480 per quintal in Pukharayan APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,475
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,480
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date02 Jul 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.
Today's rate is about 13.5% below the period average and just 30.6% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 02 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Firozabad APMC Leader | ₹9,953 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,845 |
| 4 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Banthara APMC | ₹6,822 |
| 6 Sangli APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 8 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,275 |
| 9 Pune APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 10 Kalyan APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Bengaluru APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 12 Dahod APMC | ₹5,400 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,553 (84.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Rice prices at Pukharayan APMC ranged between ₹2,475 and ₹3,575, with the average around ₹2,868. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,490 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,480 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,489 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,488 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,480 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,481 |
| 05 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 02 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,480 |
| 21 Jun | ₹3,560 | ₹3,540 | ₹3,550 |
| 20 Jun | ₹3,575 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,565 |
| 19 Jun | ₹3,575 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,560 |
| 18 Jun | ₹3,550 | ₹3,525 | ₹3,540 |
| 17 Jun | ₹3,550 | ₹3,520 | ₹3,535 |
| 16 Jun | ₹3,550 | ₹3,510 | ₹3,530 |
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 headline Rice rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
Bottom line: on 02 Jul 2026, Rice traded at this rate in Pukharayan APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.