Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹1,802 per quintal in Sitapur APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Rice markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Rice arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,805
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,802
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
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.
This puts Rice about 44.8% below the period average, and just 76.2% 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
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹9,754 |
| 3 Sankeshwar APMC | ₹6,686 |
| 4 Bareilly APMC | ₹6,527 |
| 5 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 8 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Lucknow APMC | ₹5,813 |
| 10 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹5,774 |
| 11 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Dahod APMC | ₹5,670 |
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.
That ₹4,330 (76.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Sitapur APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹7,564, with the average around ₹3,263. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹1,805 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,802 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,810 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,804 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,192 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,515 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,515 | ₹2,548 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,540 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,532 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,520 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,510 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,537 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,178 | ₹6,178 | ₹6,178 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,530 | ₹2,562 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,525 | ₹2,515 | ₹2,520 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,117 | ₹2,500 | ₹5,213 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,615 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,596 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,928 | ₹5,928 | ₹5,928 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,570 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,519 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,011 | ₹2,520 | ₹3,627 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,575 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,530 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,741 | ₹5,741 | ₹5,741 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,537 |
| 03 Jul | ₹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
The day's best Rice rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
In a nutshell, Rice was priced at this level in Sitapur APMC on 17 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.