In the mandi rate roundup for 14 Oct 2026, APMC Kalyan APMC stood at the front of the pack for Rice, clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,500 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What Put APMC Kalyan APMC on Top Today
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Rice about 7.4% above the period average, and just 16.0% 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 14 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Kalyan APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Varanasi APMC | ₹7,792 |
| 5 DADRI APMC | ₹7,114 |
| 6 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 8 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 APMC Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 10 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 11 Ayodhya APMC | ₹6,162 |
| 12 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,800 (84.2%) 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 This Week Trend
Over the past week, Rice prices at APMC Kalyan APMC ranged between ₹8,200 and ₹12,500, with the average around ₹9,778. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹12,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹10,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹12,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹10,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹12,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹10,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹12,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹10,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹10,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 04 Sep | ₹10,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹10,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹9,200 |
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
The day's best Rice rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: APMC Kalyan APMC was the market to beat for Rice on 14 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.