Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,533 per quintal in Utraula APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Rice markets.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,533
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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 3.9% above the period average, sitting just 2.6% 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 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹9,754 |
| 3 Sankeshwar APMC | ₹6,686 |
| 4 Bareilly APMC | ₹6,527 |
| 5 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 8 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Lucknow APMC | ₹5,813 |
| 10 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹5,774 |
| 11 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Dahod APMC | ₹5,670 |
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.
That ₹4,330 (76.4%) 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 Utraula APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,437. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,533 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,442 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,493 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,467 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,458 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,427 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,424 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,451 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,442 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,417 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Rice yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Rice rate at Utraula APMC on 17 Aug 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.