In the latest market update for 17 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Prayagraj APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,300
- Lowest Price Today₹2,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 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.
At this level, Rice is about 39.1% below the period average, sitting just 79.1% 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
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Saharanpur APMC | ₹8,891 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹8,720 |
| 4 Chintamani APMC | ₹8,030 |
| 5 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Hasanpur APMC | ₹7,695 |
| 7 APMC Nagpur APMC | ₹7,425 |
| 8 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Bidar APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Kampli APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 12 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,550 |
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.
The ₹4,950 (75.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Prayagraj APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹3,779. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,568 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,114 | ₹2,300 | ₹3,482 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,637 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,892 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,305 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,302 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,315 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,307 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,689 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,491 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,856 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,010 | ₹3,010 | ₹3,010 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,110 | ₹3,110 | ₹3,110 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,830 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,409 |
| 13 Sep | ₹8,551 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,491 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,912 | ₹6,912 | ₹6,912 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,163 | ₹3,163 | ₹3,163 |
| 03 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹8,581 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,950 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,838 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
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
For Rice, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Rice rate at Prayagraj APMC on 17 Oct 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.