From today's trading desk on 22 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,518 per quintal in Akbarpur APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,518
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 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.
Right now Rice is about 2.0% above the period average — just 6.7% 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 Varanasi APMC | ₹9,730 |
| 3 Barabanki APMC | ₹7,755 |
| 4 Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Noida APMC | ₹6,508 |
| 6 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 7 Etawah APMC | ₹6,404 |
| 8 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹6,388 |
| 9 Agra APMC | ₹6,344 |
| 10 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 11 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Banthara APMC | ₹5,912 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
That ₹4,454 (75.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Akbarpur APMC ranged between ₹2,450 and ₹2,700, with the average around ₹2,470. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,518 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,524 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,591 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,460 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,561 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,455 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,451 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Rice today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Rice changed hands at this rate in Akbarpur APMC on 22 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.