From today's trading desk on 16 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,725 per quintal in Mau(Chitrakut) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,725
- Lowest Price Today₹2,725
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,725
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Rice is about 9.0% above the period average, sitting just 0.9% 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
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 APMC Pune APMC | ₹10,900 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹9,560 |
| 4 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹8,407 |
| 5 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,501 |
| 6 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Varanasi APMC | ₹7,421 |
| 8 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹7,315 |
| 9 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
The ₹5,000 (76.9%) 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 Mau(Chitrakut) APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹2,750, with the average around ₹2,499. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹2,725 | ₹2,725 | ₹2,725 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,495 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,362 |
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
Going to the top Rice market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Rice rate at Mau(Chitrakut) APMC on 16 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.