Based on what the markets reported on 17 Oct 2026, Chintamani APMC stood at the front of the pack for Rice, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,030 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Rice today.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,455
- Lowest Price Today₹6,590
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,030
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Sona)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Rice is about 35.7% above the period average — just 17.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chintamani APMC Leader | ₹8,030 |
| 2 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 3 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 4 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 5 Dahod APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 6 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 7 APMC Palghar APMC | ₹5,320 |
| 8 Jangipur APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 9 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Asansol APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Kalyani APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 12 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹4,402 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,628 (82.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Rice prices at Chintamani APMC ranged between ₹1,450 and ₹9,762, with the average around ₹5,918. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹8,455 | ₹6,590 | ₹8,030 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,926 | ₹4,800 | ₹7,226 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,985 | ₹5,630 | ₹6,635 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,705 | ₹3,260 | ₹5,850 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,430 | ₹5,250 | ₹6,080 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,280 | ₹4,820 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,237 | ₹4,280 | ₹5,290 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,930 | ₹4,851 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹9,762 | ₹5,280 | ₹6,800 |
| 08 Jul | ₹8,350 | ₹6,150 | ₹7,100 |
| 07 Jul | ₹5,460 | ₹4,380 | ₹5,100 |
| 04 Jul | ₹5,310 | ₹3,950 | ₹4,600 |
| 02 Jul | ₹5,125 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Jun | ₹5,280 | ₹1,450 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Jun | ₹8,520 | ₹5,425 | ₹7,170 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Rice today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Rice found its strongest bid at Chintamani APMC on 17 Oct 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.