In the day's wholesale-price digest for 19 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,626 per quintal in Banthara APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Rice markets.
01What Put Banthara APMC on Top Today
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₹2,710
- Lowest Price Today₹2,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,626
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Rice is about 32.1% below the period average, sitting just 90.0% 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 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Kalyan APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,312 |
| 4 Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,875 |
| 6 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹6,720 |
| 7 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 9 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 10 Agra APMC | ₹6,113 |
| 11 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Shamli APMC | ₹5,953 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
At ₹4,047 (68.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Rice prices at Banthara APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹26,280, with the average around ₹3,866. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Nov | ₹6,030 | ₹6,030 | ₹6,030 |
| 20 Oct | ₹2,850 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,767 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,950 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,918 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹26,280 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,072 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,825 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,736 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,770 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,615 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,953 | ₹4,685 | ₹6,463 |
| 19 Sep | ₹11,718 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,586 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,990 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,815 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,920 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,727 |
| 16 Sep | ₹11,110 | ₹3,535 | ₹6,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,273 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,630 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,401 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,061 | ₹2,200 | ₹3,050 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Rice rate at Banthara APMC on 19 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.