Here's the 21 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Rice was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in Auraiya APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Auraiya APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Rice is about 5.2% above the period average — just 20.0% 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 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gorakhpur APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 3 Bahraich APMC | ₹9,251 |
| 4 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,639 |
| 5 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Hasanpur APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 7 Varanasi APMC | ₹6,765 |
| 8 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 APMC Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 10 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,325 |
| 11 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Dahod APMC | ₹6,100 |
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 ₹7,900 (129.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Auraiya APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,661. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,767 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,754 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Auraiya APMC logged this Rice rate on 21 Oct 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.