Reading today's price tape for 21 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹5,700 per quintal in Dahod APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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 2.9% 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 21 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 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹9,729 |
| 3 Kalyan APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Saharanpur APMC | ₹8,597 |
| 5 DADRI APMC | ₹8,038 |
| 6 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,853 |
| 7 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹7,560 |
| 8 Ranebennur APMC | ₹7,195 |
| 9 Sangli APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 11 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 12 Pune APMC | ₹5,900 |
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.
At ₹4,100 (69.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Dahod APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹5,542. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,700 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,725 |
| 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 |
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
The day's best Rice rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
All told, this is where Rice stood at Dahod APMC on 21 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.