Across the reporting yards on 17 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹6,425 per quintal in Nagpur APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Rice markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,425
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 24.1% above the period average and just 8.2% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Sankeshwar APMC | ₹6,686 |
| 4 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 5 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 7 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Pune APMC | ₹5,850 |
| 9 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Dahod APMC | ₹5,670 |
| 11 Kaliaganj APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 12 Samsi APMC | ₹5,250 |
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 ₹4,750 (90.5%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Nagpur APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,178. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,425 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,150 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,425 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,150 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,425 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,150 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,425 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,425 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,725 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,150 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,150 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,425 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,425 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,425 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,150 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,425 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,150 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,425 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,425 |
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
Net-net, Nagpur APMC posted this Rice rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.