Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Rice was quoted at ₹5,050 per quintal in Malur APMC. See where this sits in the day's Rice range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Malur APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,050
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Sona)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Rice is about 2.0% above the period average — just 15.8% 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
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Malur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Buland Shahr APMC Leader | ₹9,547 |
| 2 Kalyan APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 3 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 4 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 5 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Shamli APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Dahod APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Bengaluru APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Samsi APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 12 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
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.
At ₹4,347 (83.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
055-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 5 days, Rice prices at Malur APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,949. 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 | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,050 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,020 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,748 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,925 |
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
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
To wrap up, Malur APMC logged this Rice rate on 18 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.