Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Kolaghat APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Rice markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,600
- Lowest Price Today₹4,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Rice is about 10.4% above the period average — just 8.2% 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
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kolaghat APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Buland Shahr APMC Leader | ₹9,547 |
| 2 Tanda(Rampur) APMC | ₹6,455 |
| 3 Kalyan APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 4 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 6 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Dahod APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Shillong 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 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.
The ₹4,347 (83.6%) 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 Kolaghat APMC ranged between ₹3,400 and ₹4,900, with the average around ₹4,075. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Rice changed hands at this rate in Kolaghat APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.