Across the reporting yards on 12 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹3,145 per quintal in Prayagraj APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,145
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 17.1% below the period average and just 66.6% 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 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Bareilly APMC | ₹9,669 |
| 4 Agra APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 DADRI APMC | ₹7,013 |
| 6 Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Lucknow APMC | ₹6,804 |
| 8 Banthara APMC | ₹6,549 |
| 9 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 10 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 11 Jhansi APMC | ₹6,110 |
| 12 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
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 ₹7,200 (120.0%) 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 Prayagraj APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹9,425, with the average around ₹3,792. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,145 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹2,300 | ₹3,908 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,507 | ₹5,048 | ₹6,202 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,171 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,663 | ₹2,300 | ₹3,189 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,310 | ₹2,310 | ₹2,310 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,574 | ₹3,574 | ₹3,574 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,009 | ₹4,549 | ₹6,736 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,442 | ₹2,325 | ₹3,282 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,615 | ₹3,615 | ₹3,615 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,912 | ₹3,912 | ₹3,912 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,996 | ₹8,996 | ₹8,996 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,190 | ₹3,017 | ₹3,137 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,360 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,353 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,968 | ₹7,968 | ₹7,968 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Rice today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Prayagraj APMC posted this Rice rate on 12 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.