As fresh arrivals settled on 25 Aug 2026, Visakhapatnam APMC stood at the front of the pack for Rice, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,200 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Rice today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,200
- Lowest Price Today₹6,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 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.
Today's rate is about 3.9% above the period average and right at 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
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 25 Aug 2026, so you can see where Visakhapatnam APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Visakhapatnam APMC Leader | ₹6,200 |
| 2 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 4 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 5 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 6 Murud APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 7 Alibagh APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 8 Bolpur APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 9 Birbhum APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 10 Sainthia APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 11 Karanjia APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 12 APMC VASAI APMC | ₹3,540 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
A spread of ₹2,660 (75.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Visakhapatnam APMC ranged between ₹5,800 and ₹6,200, with the average around ₹5,968. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,850 | ₹5,850 | ₹5,850 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 25 Aug 2026, Visakhapatnam APMC set the pace for Rice. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.