Reading today's price tape for 20 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹9,200 per quintal in Kalyan APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Rice arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,200
- 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.
At this level, Rice is about 62.2% above the period average, sitting just 9.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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
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 ₹7,800 (144.4%), 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 Kalyan APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹10,200, with the average around ₹5,673. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹6,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,100 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹6,000 |
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
To sum up, this was the Rice rate at Kalyan APMC on 20 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.