With the 22 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Rice was quoted at ₹2,180 per quintal in Chintamani APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,480
- Lowest Price Today₹1,920
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,180
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Sona)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 61.7% below the period average and just 77.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 22 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Sindhanur APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 3 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,450 |
| 5 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 6 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 7 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Jangipur APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 9 APMC Palghar APMC | ₹5,345 |
| 10 Samsi APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 11 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Kalaburagi APMC | ₹5,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹6,400 (125.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Rice prices at Chintamani APMC ranged between ₹1,450 and ₹9,762, with the average around ₹5,698. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹3,480 | ₹1,920 | ₹2,180 |
| 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
Before carting Rice to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 22 Oct 2026, Rice traded at this rate in Chintamani APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.