Turning to the 21 Aug 2026 APMC board, Mumbai APMC stood at the front of the pack for Rice, clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,000 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Rice today, setting the tone for the session.
01What Put Mumbai APMC on Top Today
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Rice about 17.4% above the period average, and just 23.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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.
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 ₹8,515. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 21 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Mumbai APMC was the market to beat for Rice on 21 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.