In the day's wholesale-price digest for 24 Sep 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Ballia APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Ballia APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 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.
At this level, Rice is about 21.4% 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
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 24 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Noida APMC Leader | ₹11,516 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Firozabad APMC | ₹9,985 |
| 4 Tanda(Rampur) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Lakhimpur APMC | ₹6,845 |
| 6 Gadag APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 9 Hasanpur APMC | ₹6,210 |
| 10 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 11 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 12 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
A spread of ₹5,516 (91.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
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 ₹3,055. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,835 | ₹6,835 | ₹6,835 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,476 | ₹5,476 | ₹5,476 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,408 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,295 | ₹8,295 | ₹8,295 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 20 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
If you're chasing the best rate for Rice today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Rice rate at Ballia APMC on 24 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.