As the 31 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Rice was quoted at ₹5,685 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Rice today.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,481
- Lowest Price Today₹4,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,685
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Rice about 2.5% below the period average, and just 60.2% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nagpur APMC Leader | ₹6,425 |
| 2 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 3 Varanasi APMC | ₹6,297 |
| 4 Pune APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 5 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Dahod APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 8 Lucknow APMC | ₹5,685 |
| 9 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Bengaluru APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Kaliaganj APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Samsi APMC | ₹5,300 |
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 ₹1,125 (21.2%) 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 Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹14,286, with the average around ₹5,832. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹6,481 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,685 |
| 30 Aug | ₹4,893 | ₹4,893 | ₹4,893 |
| 29 Aug | ₹9,303 | ₹2,711 | ₹4,541 |
| 26 Aug | ₹6,787 | ₹5,092 | ₹5,840 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,116 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,829 | ₹3,829 | ₹3,829 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,683 | ₹4,390 | ₹4,528 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,785 | ₹4,404 | ₹4,580 |
| 21 Aug | ₹9,409 | ₹4,713 | ₹7,853 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,312 | ₹7,312 | ₹7,312 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,875 | ₹2,942 | ₹5,076 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,036 | ₹5,036 | ₹5,036 |
| 14 Aug | ₹14,286 | ₹6,799 | ₹7,923 |
| 12 Aug | ₹14,286 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,804 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,608 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,023 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,469 | ₹3,469 | ₹3,469 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,608 | ₹7,557 | ₹7,650 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,821 | ₹8,821 | ₹8,821 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 |
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
Going to the top Rice market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
In a nutshell, Rice was priced at this level in Lucknow APMC on 31 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.