Looking at how the yards traded on 20 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,600 per quintal in Gangavathi APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,700
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 1.3% above the period average, sitting just 57.9% 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 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Gangavathi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 Chandausi APMC | ₹10,509 |
| 3 Agra APMC | ₹10,106 |
| 4 Rampur APMC | ₹9,381 |
| 5 Kalyan APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 Naanpara APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Arasikere APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Vijayapura APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 10 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,175 |
| 11 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 12 DADRI APMC | ₹6,033 |
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 ₹7,167 (118.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Gangavathi APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹6,170, with the average around ₹2,566. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,030 | ₹2,080 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,460 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,022 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,024 | ₹2,080 | ₹2,990 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,950 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,830 | ₹2,830 | ₹2,830 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,030 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,014 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,119 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,048 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,770 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,550 | ₹2,180 | ₹2,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,700 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Rice stood at Gangavathi APMC on 20 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.