As the 29 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Rice was quoted at ₹4,540 per quintal in APMC VASAI APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
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₹4,970
- Lowest Price Today₹3,505
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,540
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (1009 Kar)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Rice about 14.2% above the period average, and just 15.1% 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 29 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Visakhapatnam APMC Leader | ₹6,300 |
| 2 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 4 APMC VASAI APMC | ₹4,540 |
| 5 Murud APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 6 Alibagh APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 7 Karanjia APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 8 Dasda APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Kolaghat APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹3,300 |
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 ₹3,000 (90.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Rice prices at APMC VASAI APMC ranged between ₹2,980 and ₹5,350, with the average around ₹3,975. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹4,970 | ₹3,505 | ₹4,540 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹3,390 | ₹3,950 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,690 | ₹3,450 | ₹4,250 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹2,980 | ₹3,540 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,920 | ₹2,980 | ₹3,540 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,950 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,750 | ₹3,560 | ₹4,150 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹3,390 | ₹3,890 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,350 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,950 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹2,980 | ₹3,860 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹2,980 | ₹3,425 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹3,250 | ₹4,150 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹3,250 | ₹4,050 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,750 | ₹3,390 | ₹4,150 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,960 | ₹3,560 | ₹4,260 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,960 | ₹3,560 | ₹3,950 |
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
For Rice, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: APMC VASAI APMC reported Rice at this level on 29 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.