As the 12 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Rice was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Ballia APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
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
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Rice about 23.1% below the period average, and just 74.9% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Bareilly APMC | ₹9,669 |
| 4 Agra APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 DADRI APMC | ₹7,013 |
| 6 Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Banthara APMC | ₹6,549 |
| 8 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 9 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 10 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Ipur APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Pune APMC | ₹5,700 |
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.
At ₹7,500 (131.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Ballia APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹9,555, with the average around ₹3,119. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Ballia APMC reported Rice at this level on 12 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.