With the 14 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Rice was quoted at ₹5,700 per quintal in Shillong APMC. See where this sits in the day's Rice range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
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₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 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.
Today's rate is about 0.0% above the period average and just 1.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Lucknow APMC | ₹9,068 |
| 3 Agra APMC | ₹7,135 |
| 4 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 5 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 APMC Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 7 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 8 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 10 APMC Palghar APMC | ₹5,245 |
| 11 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 12 APMC Alibagh APMC | ₹4,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
The ₹5,250 (123.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Shillong APMC ranged between ₹5,600 and ₹5,800, with the average around ₹5,700. 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 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 31 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
Selling Rice well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Shillong APMC posted this Rice rate on 14 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.