Here's the 17 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Rice was quoted at ₹2,370 per quintal in Shikaripura APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,370
- Lowest Price Today₹2,370
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,370
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Broken Rice)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Rice is about 40.2% below the period average, sitting just 66.1% 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
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹9,754 |
| 3 Sankeshwar APMC | ₹6,686 |
| 4 Bareilly APMC | ₹6,527 |
| 5 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 7 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 9 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Pune APMC | ₹5,850 |
| 11 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹5,774 |
| 12 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
The ₹4,300 (75.4%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Rice prices at Shikaripura APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹3,960. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Nov | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 31 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Oct | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,214 | ₹6,214 | ₹6,214 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,740 | ₹3,740 | ₹3,740 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,670 | ₹3,670 | ₹3,670 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,370 | ₹2,370 | ₹2,370 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,710 | ₹4,710 | ₹4,710 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
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
The headline Rice rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Rice stood at Shikaripura APMC on 17 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.