Turning to the 24 Aug 2026 APMC board, Fancy Bazaar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Rice, clocking the day's best rate at ₹13,200 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Super Fine)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Rice about 54.8% 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
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 24 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 Noida APMC | ₹9,758 |
| 3 Varanasi APMC | ₹6,828 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 7 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Samsi APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 10 Honnali APMC | ₹5,220 |
| 11 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Bidar APMC | ₹5,200 |
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.
That ₹8,000 (153.8%) 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 Fancy Bazaar APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹18,500, with the average around ₹8,525. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹18,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹13,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,100 | ₹3,450 | ₹7,560 |
| 20 Aug | ₹18,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹13,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,560 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,380 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,350 | ₹3,360 |
| 15 Aug | ₹18,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹13,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹18,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹13,200 |
| 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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Fancy Bazaar APMC was the market to beat for Rice on 24 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.