In the latest market update for 16 Aug 2026, Bareilly APMC stood at the front of the pack for Rice, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,351 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,602
- Lowest Price Today₹5,071
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,351
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Rice is about 17.0% above the period average, sitting just 66.8% 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 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bareilly APMC Leader | ₹6,351 |
| 2 Samsi APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 3 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 4 Karimpur APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 5 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Bethuadahari APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹4,850 |
| 8 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 9 Alibagh APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 10 Murud APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 11 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Guskara APMC | ₹3,800 |
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 ₹2,551 (67.1%), 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 Bareilly APMC ranged between ₹2,290 and ₹19,143, with the average around ₹5,428. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹7,602 | ₹5,071 | ₹6,351 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,122 | ₹3,122 | ₹3,122 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,715 | ₹9,615 | ₹9,669 |
| 08 Aug | ₹19,143 | ₹6,229 | ₹6,717 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,439 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,367 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,986 | ₹5,986 | ₹5,986 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,839 | ₹4,775 | ₹5,459 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,715 | ₹9,265 | ₹9,605 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,230 | ₹2,290 | ₹4,792 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,508 | ₹7,508 | ₹7,508 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,260 | ₹4,260 | ₹4,260 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,260 | ₹4,260 | ₹4,260 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,619 | ₹3,250 | ₹4,412 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,070 | ₹4,070 | ₹4,070 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 |
| 18 Jul | ₹16,995 | ₹5,970 | ₹6,832 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,403 | ₹3,211 | ₹3,280 |
| 15 Jul | ₹9,330 | ₹3,500 | ₹5,460 |
| 14 Jul | ₹3,523 | ₹3,523 | ₹3,523 |
| 11 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
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
Before carting Rice to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Bareilly APMC led Rice on 16 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.