Here's the 18 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Rice was quoted at ₹5,300 per quintal in Samsi APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Rice today.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,400
- Lowest Price Today₹5,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 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.
Right now Rice is about 0.2% below the period average — just 2.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ahirora APMC Leader | ₹5,600 |
| 2 Jangipur APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 3 Samsi APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 4 APMC Karjat(Raigad) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 5 Shamli APMC | ₹5,276 |
| 6 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 7 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 8 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹4,850 |
| 9 Durgapur APMC | ₹4,765 |
| 10 Asansol APMC | ₹4,765 |
| 11 Bareilly APMC | ₹4,747 |
| 12 APMC Alibagh APMC | ₹4,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹1,350 (31.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Samsi APMC ranged between ₹5,100 and ₹5,450, with the average around ₹5,313. 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 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,350 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,350 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,150 | ₹5,350 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,350 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
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
The headline Rice rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
To wrap up, Samsi APMC logged this Rice rate on 18 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.