In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Sep 2026, Visakhapatnam APMC stood at the front of the pack for Rice, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,200 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,200
- Lowest Price Today₹6,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,200
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date16 Sep 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.
Today's rate is about 2.0% above the period average and just 1.6% 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
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 16 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Visakhapatnam APMC Leader | ₹6,200 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 3 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 4 APMC Murud APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 5 Mummidivaram APMC | ₹4,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹2,200 (55.0%), 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 Visakhapatnam APMC ranged between ₹5,800 and ₹6,300, with the average around ₹6,079. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Rice well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
Bottom line: on 16 Sep 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.