In the day's wholesale-price digest for 21 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹3,670 per quintal in Shikaripura APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Shikaripura APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,670
- Lowest Price Today₹3,670
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,670
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Sona Masuri (OLD))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Rice is about 1.0% below the period average, sitting just 43.5% 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
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹9,729 |
| 3 Kalyan APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Saharanpur APMC | ₹8,597 |
| 5 DADRI APMC | ₹8,038 |
| 6 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,853 |
| 7 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹7,560 |
| 8 Ranebennur APMC | ₹7,195 |
| 9 Sangli APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 11 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 12 Pune APMC | ₹5,900 |
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.
That ₹4,100 (69.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Rice prices at Shikaripura APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹3,708. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 22 Jun | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Rice stood at Shikaripura APMC on 21 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.