Checking the day's mandi numbers for 19 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹3,490 per quintal in APMC VASAI APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,965
- Lowest Price Today₹2,655
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,490
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (1009 Kar)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Rice is about 11.6% below the period average, sitting just 33.9% 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
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Shamli APMC | ₹7,420 |
| 3 Dahod APMC | ₹6,135 |
| 4 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 5 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 6 APMC Alibagh APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 7 APMC Murud APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 8 APMC VASAI APMC | ₹3,490 |
| 9 Dasda APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Sindhanur APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 11 Bazpur APMC | ₹2,501 |
| 12 Manjhanpur APMC | ₹2,500 |
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.
That ₹7,000 (280.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Rice prices at APMC VASAI APMC ranged between ₹2,560 and ₹5,280, with the average around ₹3,950. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹3,965 | ₹2,655 | ₹3,490 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,760 | ₹3,860 | ₹4,250 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,850 | ₹2,980 | ₹3,425 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,650 | ₹2,790 | ₹3,490 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,760 | ₹3,505 | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,760 | ₹3,350 | ₹4,150 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,750 | ₹2,790 | ₹3,590 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹2,560 | ₹3,490 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,850 | ₹2,860 | ₹3,540 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹3,350 | ₹4,150 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,850 | ₹3,560 | ₹4,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,280 | ₹3,860 | ₹4,540 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,850 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,790 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,760 | ₹3,450 | ₹4,540 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹2,560 | ₹3,490 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,970 | ₹3,505 | ₹4,490 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,760 | ₹3,450 | ₹4,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,890 | ₹2,795 | ₹3,540 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,690 | ₹3,505 | ₹4,250 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,690 | ₹3,450 | ₹4,250 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Rice rate at APMC VASAI APMC on 19 Oct 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.