Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹4,260 per quintal in SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Rice markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,270
- Lowest Price Today₹3,580
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,260
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Rice about 2.8% above the period average, and just 41.4% 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
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹9,754 |
| 3 Sankeshwar APMC | ₹6,686 |
| 4 Bareilly APMC | ₹6,527 |
| 5 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 7 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 9 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Pune APMC | ₹5,850 |
| 11 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹5,774 |
| 12 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
That ₹4,300 (75.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹7,275, with the average around ₹4,142. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹7,275 | ₹3,585 | ₹4,240 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,270 | ₹3,580 | ₹4,260 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,260 | ₹3,575 | ₹4,255 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,255 | ₹3,570 | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,240 | ₹3,575 | ₹4,245 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,235 | ₹3,570 | ₹4,240 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,225 | ₹3,565 | ₹4,235 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,220 | ₹3,570 | ₹4,230 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,220 | ₹3,575 | ₹4,225 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,215 | ₹3,580 | ₹4,220 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,210 | ₹3,575 | ₹4,215 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,205 | ₹3,570 | ₹4,210 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹3,565 | ₹4,205 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,195 | ₹3,560 | ₹4,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,190 | ₹3,570 | ₹4,195 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,180 | ₹3,560 | ₹4,165 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,075 | ₹3,555 | ₹4,180 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,170 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,175 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,165 | ₹3,560 | ₹4,170 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,160 | ₹3,555 | ₹4,165 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Rice yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC reported Rice at this level on 17 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.