Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,594 per quintal in Banthara APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,750
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,594
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 33.0% below the period average and just 88.8% 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
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Buland Shahr APMC Leader | ₹9,547 |
| 2 Tanda(Rampur) APMC | ₹6,455 |
| 3 Kalyan APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 4 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 6 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Dahod APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Samsi APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 11 Hasanpur APMC | ₹5,214 |
| 12 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
A spread of ₹4,347 (83.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Banthara APMC ranged between ₹2,250 and ₹23,065, with the average around ₹3,870. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹2,710 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,626 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,750 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,594 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,569 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,708 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,780 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,751 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,549 | ₹6,549 | ₹6,549 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,733 | ₹2,650 | ₹3,356 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,730 | ₹2,725 | ₹3,068 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,954 | ₹3,790 | ₹3,926 |
| 08 Aug | ₹12,424 | ₹6,109 | ₹6,733 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,890 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,726 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,680 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,674 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,948 | ₹2,600 | ₹4,432 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,750 | ₹2,725 | ₹2,737 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,705 | ₹6,705 | ₹6,705 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,489 | ₹2,350 | ₹6,248 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 |
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
Selling Rice well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Banthara APMC posted this Rice rate on 18 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.