Reading today's price tape for 18 Aug 2026, Mumbai APMC stood at the front of the pack for Rice, clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,000 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Rice.
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
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Rice is about 15.5% 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 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹9,547 |
| 3 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 4 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 5 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Shamli APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 7 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 8 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 9 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Palghar APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Alibagh APMC | ₹4,250 |
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 ₹5,750 (135.3%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Mumbai APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹8,660. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹5,850 |
| 07 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 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 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Rice found its strongest bid at Mumbai APMC on 18 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.