In the latest market update for 16 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹4,475 per quintal in Pandua APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,575
- Lowest Price Today₹4,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,475
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Fine)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Rice is about 0.9% above the period average, sitting just 4.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Buland Shahr APMC Leader | ₹10,671 |
| 2 Hapur APMC | ₹10,100 |
| 3 Rampur APMC | ₹9,269 |
| 4 Bareilly APMC | ₹6,692 |
| 5 Samsi APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 6 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 7 Karimpur APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 8 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Bethuadahari APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹4,850 |
| 11 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Pandua APMC | ₹4,475 |
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.
A spread of ₹6,196 (138.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Pandua APMC ranged between ₹4,250 and ₹4,700, with the average around ₹4,437. 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 Aug | ₹4,575 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,475 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,525 | ₹4,375 | ₹4,425 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,575 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,450 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,450 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,550 | ₹4,375 | ₹4,450 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,525 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,450 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,625 | ₹4,375 | ₹4,475 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,550 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,650 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,550 | ₹4,375 | ₹4,475 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,550 | ₹4,375 | ₹4,450 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,550 | ₹4,375 | ₹4,475 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,575 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,450 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,550 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,450 | ₹4,275 | ₹4,375 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,575 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,450 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,550 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,425 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,525 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 26 Jul | ₹4,525 | ₹4,325 | ₹4,375 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,475 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,325 |
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
For Rice, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Rice rate at Pandua APMC on 16 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.