Based on what the markets reported on 18 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Pukharayan APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Rice yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Rice is about 6.9% below the period average, sitting just 30.1% 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
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hapur APMC Leader | ₹10,822 |
| 2 Jhansi APMC | ₹8,463 |
| 3 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹6,528 |
| 4 Bareilly APMC | ₹6,179 |
| 5 Jangipura APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Lucknow APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 7 Jangipur APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 8 APMC Karjat(Raigad) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 9 Samsi APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 10 Shamli APMC | ₹5,276 |
| 11 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹5,200 |
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.
That ₹5,622 (108.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Pukharayan APMC ranged between ₹2,475 and ₹3,575, with the average around ₹2,684. 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 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,769 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,510 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,499 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,526 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,478 | ₹2,497 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,532 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,660 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,571 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,497 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,588 |
| 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 |
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
Before carting Rice to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Rice stood at Pukharayan APMC on 18 Oct 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.