Turning to the 18 Sep 2026 APMC board, Rice was quoted at ₹3,037 per quintal in Banda APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,050
- Lowest Price Today₹3,010
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,037
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 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 15.8% above the period average, and just 13.2% 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
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Banda APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹8,621 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 5 Vijayapura APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 6 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹6,324 |
| 7 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 8 Agra APMC | ₹6,130 |
| 9 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Dahod APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Ayodhya APMC | ₹5,640 |
| 12 Golagokarnath APMC | ₹5,433 |
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 ₹7,767 (143.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Banda APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,623. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹3,050 | ₹3,010 | ₹3,037 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,420 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,405 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,420 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,406 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,420 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,409 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,220 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,211 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 28 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,404 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,616 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,450 | ₹3,210 | ₹3,249 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,972 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,402 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,140 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,099 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,020 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,013 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,641 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,820 | ₹2,770 | ₹2,806 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,420 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,405 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
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
When picking where to sell Rice, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Rice was priced at this level in Banda APMC on 18 Sep 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.