With the 19 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Rice was quoted at ₹6,875 per quintal in Nagpur APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Rice yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,875
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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.
Today's rate is about 31.9% above the period average and just 1.8% 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 19 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 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,875 |
| 4 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 5 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 6 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 8 Dahod APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Kaliaganj APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 11 Samsi APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 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.
At ₹4,800 (92.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
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 ₹5,212. 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 | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,875 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Nagpur APMC posted this Rice rate on 19 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.