In the mandi rate roundup for 25 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹5,700 per quintal in Shillong APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Shillong APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Khaw Khasi)
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 0.0% above the period average, and just 1.7% 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 25 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Visakhapatnam APMC Leader | ₹6,200 |
| 2 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 4 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 5 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 6 Murud APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 7 Alibagh APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 8 Bolpur APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 9 Birbhum APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 10 Sainthia APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 11 Karanjia APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 12 APMC VASAI APMC | ₹3,540 |
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 ₹2,660 (75.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Rice prices at Shillong APMC ranged between ₹5,600 and ₹5,800, with the average around ₹5,700. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Shillong APMC reported Rice at this level on 25 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.