Reading today's price tape for 26 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,455 per quintal in Tanda Akbarpur APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Rice markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,455
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Rice is about 1.5% below the period average — just 34.9% 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 26 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Banthara APMC Leader | ₹16,600 |
| 2 Barabanki APMC | ₹13,476 |
| 3 Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Badayoun APMC | ₹9,927 |
| 5 Hapur APMC | ₹6,819 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 7 Pune APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 8 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Mathura APMC | ₹5,124 |
| 11 Bethuadahari APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹4,700 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
That ₹11,900 (253.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Rice prices at Tanda Akbarpur APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹3,771, with the average around ₹2,493. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,455 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 21 Jun | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 20 Jun | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Jun | ₹3,771 | ₹3,767 | ₹3,767 |
| 16 Jun | ₹2,425 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,404 |
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
Before carting Rice to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Rice changed hands at this rate in Tanda Akbarpur APMC on 26 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.