In the latest market update for 18 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹3,716 per quintal in Agra APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Rice arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,351
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,716
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Rice is about 26.3% below the period average, sitting just 62.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Buland Shahr APMC Leader | ₹9,547 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 4 Kalyan APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 6 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Dahod APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Samsi APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 11 Hasanpur APMC | ₹5,214 |
| 12 Karjat(Raigad) APMC | ₹5,200 |
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.
That ₹4,347 (83.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Agra APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹9,824, with the average around ₹5,042. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,351 | ₹3,716 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,733 | ₹7,733 | ₹7,733 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,233 | ₹6,233 | ₹6,233 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,311 | ₹3,311 | ₹3,311 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,350 | ₹4,906 | ₹6,035 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,450 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,518 | ₹6,518 | ₹6,518 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,553 | ₹6,553 | ₹6,553 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,525 | ₹3,525 | ₹3,525 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,484 | ₹5,236 | ₹5,655 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,784 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,818 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,039 | ₹7,039 | ₹7,039 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,479 | ₹6,199 | ₹6,516 |
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
Farmers comparing Rice rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Rice rate at Agra APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.