Checking the day's mandi numbers for 16 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹5,100 per quintal in Kakching Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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₹5,100
- Lowest Price Today₹5,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 APMC Pune APMC | ₹10,900 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹9,560 |
| 4 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹8,548 |
| 5 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,501 |
| 6 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 8 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 9 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sindhanur APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 APMC Bhandara APMC | ₹6,100 |
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 ₹5,400 (88.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Kakching Market APMC ranged between ₹5,100 and ₹5,100, with the average around ₹5,100. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
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
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
All told, this is where Rice stood at Kakching Market APMC on 16 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.