Pulling together the 19 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Rice was quoted at ₹5,700 per quintal in Dahod APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Lashkari)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Rice is about 3.1% above the period average, sitting just 12.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Dahod 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 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,875 |
| 4 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 5 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 6 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Pune APMC | ₹5,950 |
| 8 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 9 Dahod APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Kaliaganj APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 12 Samsi APMC | ₹5,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
At ₹8,000 (153.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Dahod APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹5,529. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,700 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,670 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,660 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,680 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,665 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,630 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,635 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,625 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,565 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,550 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,540 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
Going to the top Rice market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Rice stood at Dahod APMC on 19 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.