In the price report dated 18 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Baxirhat APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Baxirhat APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,100
- Lowest Price Today₹3,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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 0.1% above the period average, and just 2.4% 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 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Buland Shahr APMC Leader | ₹9,547 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 4 Kalyan APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 6 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Dahod APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Samsi APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 11 Hasanpur APMC | ₹5,214 |
| 12 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
That ₹4,347 (83.6%) 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 Baxirhat APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹4,100, with the average around ₹3,997. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Rice yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Baxirhat APMC reported Rice at this level on 18 Aug 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.