As the 18 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Rice was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Bidar APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (CR 1009 (Coarse) Boiled)
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 2.7% above the period average, and just 10.7% 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
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Buland Shahr APMC Leader | ₹9,547 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 4 Kalyan APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 6 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Dahod APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Samsi APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 11 Hasanpur APMC | ₹5,214 |
| 12 Karjat(Raigad) 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.
That ₹4,347 (83.6%) 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 Bidar APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹4,868. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹5,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,100 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,900 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Bidar APMC reported Rice at this level on 18 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.