As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹5,200 per quintal in Siliguri APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Siliguri APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,300
- Lowest Price Today₹5,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Fine(Basmati))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 1.2% above the period average and just 1.9% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Siliguri APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹9,547 |
| 3 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 4 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 5 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Shamli APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 7 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 8 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 9 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Palghar APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Alibagh APMC | ₹4,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
At ₹5,750 (135.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Siliguri APMC ranged between ₹4,900 and ₹5,300, with the average around ₹5,139. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
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
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
Net-net, Siliguri APMC posted this Rice rate on 18 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.