From today's trading desk on 24 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,486 per quintal in Pukharayan APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,475
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,486
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Rice is about 9.8% below the period average, sitting just 30.5% 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 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Noida APMC Leader | ₹8,476 |
| 2 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Varanasi APMC | ₹6,828 |
| 4 Sangli APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 DADRI APMC | ₹6,711 |
| 6 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 9 Pune APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 10 Bareilly APMC | ₹6,012 |
| 11 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,750 |
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 ₹2,726 (47.4%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Pukharayan APMC ranged between ₹2,475 and ₹3,575, with the average around ₹2,755. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,486 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 |
| 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 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Rice stood at Pukharayan APMC on 24 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.