Reading today's price tape for 06 Aug 2026, Mumbai APMC stood at the front of the pack for Rice, clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,000 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What Put Mumbai APMC on Top Today
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 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.
Right now Rice is about 16.8% above the period average — just 23.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 06 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Lucknow APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 3 Banthara APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Kalyan APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 8 Rampur APMC | ₹5,723 |
| 9 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Dahod APMC | ₹5,625 |
| 11 Samsi APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 12 Palghar APMC | ₹5,345 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,655 (87.1%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Mumbai APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹8,563. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹11,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹4,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹9,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,650 |
| 18 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹9,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹9,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,650 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,650 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,650 |
| 11 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹9,500 |
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
Selling Rice well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
In short, Rice found its strongest bid at Mumbai APMC on 06 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.