Pulling together the 20 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Rice was quoted at ₹4,300 per quintal in Gajol APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Rice today.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Rice is about 0.6% below the period average, sitting just 3.4% 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 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Kalyan APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 5 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,175 |
| 6 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 7 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Pune APMC | ₹5,850 |
| 9 Dahod APMC | ₹5,725 |
| 10 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Bengaluru APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Kaliaganj APMC | ₹5,400 |
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.
That ₹7,800 (144.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Rice prices at Gajol APMC ranged between ₹4,150 and ₹4,450, with the average around ₹4,324. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,450 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,350 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,450 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,350 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,450 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,350 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,450 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,350 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,450 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,350 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,450 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,350 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,450 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,350 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,450 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,350 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,450 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,350 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 14 Jul | ₹4,350 | ₹4,150 | ₹4,250 |
| 13 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 10 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 08 Jul | ₹4,350 | ₹4,150 | ₹4,250 |
| 04 Jul | ₹4,450 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,350 |
| 30 Jun | ₹4,450 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,350 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Rice today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Rice rate at Gajol APMC on 20 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.