In the price report dated 06 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹5,900 per quintal in Visakhapatnam APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Rice markets.
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₹5,900
- Lowest Price Today₹5,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (B P T)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Rice about 3.3% below the period average, and just 6.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 06 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Lucknow APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 3 Banthara APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Sangli APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Prayagraj APMC | ₹6,202 |
| 7 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Kalyan APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Rampur APMC | ₹5,723 |
| 11 Bhandara APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
That ₹4,300 (75.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Visakhapatnam APMC ranged between ₹5,800 and ₹6,300, with the average around ₹6,100. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Visakhapatnam APMC reported Rice at this level on 06 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.