In the day's wholesale-price digest for 22 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Masli APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Rice markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (1009 Kar)
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.
Right now Rice is about 0.4% above the period average — just 12.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Prayagraj APMC Leader | ₹10,366 |
| 2 Noida APMC | ₹9,729 |
| 3 Barabanki APMC | ₹7,755 |
| 4 Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 6 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹6,388 |
| 7 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 8 Hasanpur APMC | ₹6,092 |
| 9 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Hapur APMC | ₹5,569 |
| 12 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
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 ₹5,166 (99.3%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Masli APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,485. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
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
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Masli APMC logged this Rice rate on 22 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.