In the day's wholesale-price digest for 14 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹6,101 per quintal in Buland Shahr APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Rice arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,101
- Lowest Price Today₹6,101
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,101
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Rice is about 30.7% above the period average, sitting just 41.0% 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 14 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 Vijayapura APMC | ₹11,357 |
| 3 Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Saharanpur APMC | ₹7,507 |
| 5 Lucknow APMC | ₹6,740 |
| 6 Noida APMC | ₹6,469 |
| 7 Prayagraj APMC | ₹6,365 |
| 8 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 9 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹6,101 |
| 10 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹6,038 |
| 11 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Kalyan APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹7,200 (120.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Rice prices at Buland Shahr APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹10,333, with the average around ₹4,668. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹6,101 | ₹6,101 | ₹6,101 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,733 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,368 | ₹4,867 | ₹5,244 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,978 | ₹3,978 | ₹3,978 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,897 | ₹3,461 | ₹3,667 |
| 07 Jul | ₹4,186 | ₹4,186 | ₹4,186 |
| 02 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jun | ₹4,036 | ₹4,036 | ₹4,036 |
| 29 Jun | ₹10,333 | ₹8,260 | ₹9,075 |
| 24 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,196 |
| 20 Jun | ₹4,252 | ₹4,252 | ₹4,252 |
| 16 Jun | ₹3,548 | ₹3,548 | ₹3,548 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Rice stood at Buland Shahr APMC on 14 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.