Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,532 per quintal in Basti APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
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₹2,550
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,532
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 1.5% below the period average and just 29.7% 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
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Buland Shahr APMC Leader | ₹9,547 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 4 Kalyan APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 6 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Dahod APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Samsi APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 11 Hasanpur APMC | ₹5,214 |
| 12 Karjat(Raigad) APMC | ₹5,200 |
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.
The ₹4,347 (83.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Basti APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹3,600, with the average around ₹2,570. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,532 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,512 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,694 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,514 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,534 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,649 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,510 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,502 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,549 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,709 |
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
The day's best Rice rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Basti APMC posted this Rice rate on 18 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.