Reading today's price tape for 20 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹4,210 per quintal in Umared APMC. See where this sits in the day's Rice range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,450
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,210
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Rice is about 6.3% below the period average — just 23.5% 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 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Kalyan APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 5 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,175 |
| 6 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 7 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Pune APMC | ₹5,850 |
| 9 Dahod APMC | ₹5,725 |
| 10 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Bengaluru APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Kaliaganj APMC | ₹5,400 |
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 ₹7,800 (144.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Rice prices at Umared APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹4,495. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹4,450 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,210 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,450 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,080 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,450 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,450 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,450 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,450 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,560 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,450 |
| 11 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,750 |
| 04 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,650 |
| 02 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 27 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,450 |
| 25 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,520 |
| 20 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,450 |
| 18 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,450 |
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
Going to the top Rice market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
In short, Rice changed hands at this rate in Umared APMC on 20 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.