As the 28 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Rice was quoted at ₹3,750 per quintal in Balarampur APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Rice today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹3,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 2.7% above the period average and just 6.3% 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
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 APMC Kalyan APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 4 Dahod APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 5 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Bidar APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 8 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 9 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
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.
At ₹5,800 (101.8%), 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 Balarampur APMC ranged between ₹3,400 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,650. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,750 | ₹3,780 |
| 28 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,750 |
| 27 Oct | ₹3,850 | ₹3,720 | ₹3,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,720 | ₹3,780 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,750 | ₹3,780 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,720 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,620 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,620 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,650 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
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
When picking where to sell Rice, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Net-net, Balarampur APMC posted this Rice rate on 28 Oct 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.