From today's trading desk on 09 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Ballia APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Ballia APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
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 24.7% below the period average, sitting just 74.9% short of 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
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 09 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Banthara APMC Leader | ₹8,844 |
| 2 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,650 |
| 3 Samsi APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 4 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 5 Kopaganj APMC | ₹5,082 |
| 6 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Jangipur APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 8 Champadanga APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 9 Pandua APMC | ₹4,475 |
| 10 Murud APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 11 Alibagh APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
That ₹4,644 (110.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Ballia APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹9,555, with the average around ₹3,189. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,187 | ₹4,187 | ₹4,187 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,958 | ₹6,958 | ₹6,958 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Jul | ₹9,555 | ₹9,555 | ₹9,555 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 08 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Rice stood at Ballia APMC on 09 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.