In today's crop-price rundown for 23 Sep 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹3,043 per quintal in Agra APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,100
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,043
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Sep 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 40.8% below the period average and just 79.8% 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 23 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tanda(Rampur) APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Noida APMC | ₹8,342 |
| 3 Banthara APMC | ₹8,077 |
| 4 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹7,771 |
| 5 Varanasi APMC | ₹7,148 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 7 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 8 Dahod APMC | ₹6,075 |
| 9 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Kaliaganj APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹5,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
A spread of ₹3,250 (61.9%) 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 Agra APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹15,060, with the average around ₹5,136. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,043 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,240 | ₹3,400 | ₹4,611 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,698 | ₹5,889 | ₹6,130 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,666 | ₹5,666 | ₹5,666 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,396 | ₹10,396 | ₹10,396 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,578 | ₹6,578 | ₹6,578 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,082 | ₹7,082 | ₹7,082 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,042 | ₹6,042 | ₹6,042 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,451 | ₹3,451 | ₹3,451 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,590 | ₹3,590 | ₹3,590 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,351 | ₹3,524 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,089 | ₹6,769 | ₹6,977 |
| 01 Sep | ₹10,100 | ₹3,251 | ₹5,325 |
| 27 Aug | ₹7,115 | ₹7,115 | ₹7,115 |
| 26 Aug | ₹7,665 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,648 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹3,311 | ₹4,117 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,361 | ₹3,361 | ₹3,361 |
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
The headline Rice rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
Net-net, Agra APMC posted this Rice rate on 23 Sep 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.