As the 11 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Rice was quoted at ₹2,406 per quintal in Ballia APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Rice markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,420
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,406
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date11 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 23.4% below the period average and just 74.8% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 11 Aug 2026, so you can see where Ballia APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Lucknow APMC | ₹9,023 |
| 3 Firozabad APMC | ₹8,360 |
| 4 Gadag APMC | ₹7,270 |
| 5 Sangli APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,450 |
| 8 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 9 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 10 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Bhandara APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Sindhanur APMC | ₹5,950 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹4,050 (68.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Ballia APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹9,555, with the average around ₹3,141. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Aug | ₹2,420 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,406 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 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 |
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
The day's best Rice rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
Net-net, Ballia APMC posted this Rice rate on 11 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.