In the price report dated 21 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Sainthia APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Rice about 0.0% above the period average, and just 2.8% 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
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Sainthia APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Kalyan APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Saharanpur APMC | ₹8,597 |
| 5 DADRI APMC | ₹8,038 |
| 6 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,853 |
| 7 Ranebennur APMC | ₹7,195 |
| 8 Sangli APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 10 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 11 Pune APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Banthara APMC | ₹5,871 |
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.
At ₹7,329 (124.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Sainthia APMC ranged between ₹3,450 and ₹3,600, with the average around ₹3,500. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Rice, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Rice was priced at this level in Sainthia APMC on 21 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.