In the day's wholesale-price digest for 29 Aug 2026, Azamgarh APMC stood at the front of the pack for Rice, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,604 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Rice.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,604
- Lowest Price Today₹9,604
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,604
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 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.
At this level, Rice is about 258.2% above the period average, sitting right at 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 29 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Azamgarh APMC Leader | ₹9,604 |
| 2 Najibabad APMC | ₹7,965 |
| 3 DADRI APMC | ₹6,917 |
| 4 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 5 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Bhandara APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 7 Palghar APMC | ₹5,501 |
| 8 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 9 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Golagokarnath APMC | ₹5,032 |
| 11 Umared APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Chintamani APMC | ₹5,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
That ₹4,604 (92.1%) 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 Azamgarh APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹9,604, with the average around ₹2,681. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹9,604 | ₹9,604 | ₹9,604 |
| 28 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,478 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,475 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,480 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,421 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,510 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,412 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,405 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,463 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,218 | ₹4,490 | ₹4,801 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,555 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,725 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,570 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,437 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,403 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,551 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,554 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,493 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
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
Going to the top Rice market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Azamgarh APMC led Rice on 29 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.