Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹6,250 per quintal in Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Rice markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,400
- Lowest Price Today₹3,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (1009 Kar)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Rice is about 0.9% below the period average, sitting just 36.2% 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 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Buland Shahr APMC Leader | ₹9,547 |
| 2 Tanda(Rampur) APMC | ₹6,455 |
| 3 Kalyan APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 4 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 6 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Dahod APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Samsi APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 11 Hasanpur APMC | ₹5,214 |
| 12 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
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.
The ₹4,347 (83.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹9,800, with the average around ₹6,304. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹6,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹3,100 | ₹6,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹6,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹3,100 | ₹6,300 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹3,500 | ₹6,450 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹3,050 | ₹6,225 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹3,100 | ₹6,350 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹3,100 | ₹6,450 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,750 | ₹2,950 | ₹6,350 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,700 | ₹2,850 | ₹6,275 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,700 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,350 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,800 | ₹2,875 | ₹6,337 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,700 | ₹3,050 | ₹6,375 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,400 |
| 16 Jul | ₹9,650 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,325 |
| 15 Jul | ₹9,700 | ₹3,050 | ₹6,375 |
| 14 Jul | ₹9,700 | ₹3,050 | ₹6,375 |
| 13 Jul | ₹9,700 | ₹3,050 | ₹6,375 |
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
For Rice, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Rice stood at Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC on 18 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.