In the latest market update for 20 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹5,200 per quintal in Kottayam Market APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Rice yards.
01What Put Kottayam Market APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,700
- Lowest Price Today₹4,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Rice is about 5.6% above the period average, sitting just 35.0% 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 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Tanda(Rampur) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 3 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 4 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 6 Melaghar APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 7 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 8 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 9 Gadarpur APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 10 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹3,703 |
| 11 Khatra APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 12 Dasda APMC | ₹3,300 |
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 ₹6,200 (187.9%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Kottayam Market APMC ranged between ₹4,400 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹4,924. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹5,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,200 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,900 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,900 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,900 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,900 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,900 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,900 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,900 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,900 |
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Rice rate at Kottayam Market APMC on 20 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.