Turning to the 16 Oct 2026 APMC board, Rice was quoted at ₹2,565 per quintal in Raibareilly APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Rice yards.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,565
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Rice about 1.2% below the period average, and just 63.8% 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
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 APMC Pune APMC | ₹10,900 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹9,560 |
| 4 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹8,407 |
| 5 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,501 |
| 6 Varanasi APMC | ₹7,421 |
| 7 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹7,315 |
| 8 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sindhanur APMC | ₹6,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
The ₹5,250 (84.0%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Rice prices at Raibareilly APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹7,094, with the average around ₹2,595. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,565 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,565 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,260 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,255 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,552 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,546 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,345 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,395 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,581 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,618 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,591 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,398 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,110 | ₹6,110 | ₹6,110 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,393 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
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
Before carting Rice to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Raibareilly APMC reported Rice at this level on 16 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.