In today's crop-price rundown for 23 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Safdarganj APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Safdarganj APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 7.1% below the period average and just 21.4% 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
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 23 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tanda(Rampur) APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Bareilly APMC | ₹6,726 |
| 3 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹6,138 |
| 4 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 5 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 6 Jangipur APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 7 Karimpur APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 8 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹4,850 |
| 9 Bethuadahari APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Karjat(Raigad) APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 11 Indus(Bankura Sadar) APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 12 Lucknow APMC | ₹4,528 |
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 ₹3,972 (87.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Safdarganj APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,367. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,581 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,750 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,649 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,528 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,210 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,202 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,736 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,448 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
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
For Rice, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
Bottom line: on 23 Aug 2026, Rice traded at this rate in Safdarganj APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.