Going by the latest APMC figures for 12 Aug 2026, Fancy Bazaar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Rice, clocking the day's best rate at ₹13,200 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Rice leader.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Fine)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Rice about 58.1% above the period average, and just 28.6% 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
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 12 Aug 2026, so you can see where Fancy Bazaar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Bareilly APMC | ₹9,669 |
| 4 Agra APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 DADRI APMC | ₹7,013 |
| 6 Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Banthara APMC | ₹6,549 |
| 8 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 9 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 10 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Ipur APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Pune 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.
The ₹7,500 (131.6%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Fancy Bazaar APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹18,500, with the average around ₹8,347. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹18,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹13,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,580 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,340 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,270 | ₹3,380 |
| 01 Aug | ₹18,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹13,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,550 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,320 |
| 28 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,100 | ₹3,450 | ₹7,070 |
| 22 Jul | ₹18,200 | ₹6,400 | ₹12,400 |
| 21 Jul | ₹18,200 | ₹6,400 | ₹12,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹12,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹3,450 | ₹7,050 |
| 17 Jul | ₹8,250 | ₹3,500 | ₹7,100 |
| 16 Jul | ₹18,200 | ₹6,400 | ₹12,400 |
| 15 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹12,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹18,200 | ₹6,400 | ₹12,400 |
| 13 Jul | ₹18,200 | ₹6,400 | ₹12,400 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Fancy Bazaar APMC was the market to beat for Rice on 12 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.