As the 28 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Visakhapatnam APMC stood at the front of the pack for Rice, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,200 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Rice board.
01What Put Visakhapatnam APMC on Top Today
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,200
- Lowest Price Today₹6,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,200
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (B P T)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Rice about 3.5% above the period average, and just 1.6% 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
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 28 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Visakhapatnam APMC Leader | ₹6,200 |
| 2 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 4 Imphal APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 5 Bishenpur APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 6 Thoubal APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 7 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Dasda APMC | ₹3,250 |
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 ₹2,950 (90.8%) 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 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 ₹5,989. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Rice yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Visakhapatnam APMC was the market to beat for Rice on 28 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.