With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Rice was quoted at ₹2,650 per quintal in Bharthna APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Rice yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,650
- Lowest Price Today₹2,650
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 3.4% above the period average and just 2.2% 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 Tanda(Rampur) APMC | ₹6,455 |
| 3 Kalyan APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 4 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 6 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Dahod APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Samsi APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 11 Hasanpur APMC | ₹5,214 |
| 12 Siliguri 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.
A spread of ₹4,347 (83.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Bharthna APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹2,710, with the average around ₹2,563. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,635 | ₹2,643 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,670 | ₹2,670 | ₹2,670 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,670 | ₹2,670 | ₹2,670 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,655 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,653 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,525 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,710 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,705 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,590 | ₹2,590 | ₹2,590 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,590 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,575 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,444 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,570 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,566 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,565 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,563 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 |
| 05 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,580 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,580 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Bharthna 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.