Here's the 19 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Rice was quoted at ₹6,720 per quintal in Ghaziabad APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹6,720
- Lowest Price Today₹6,720
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,720
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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.
At this level, Rice is about 6.4% above the period average, sitting just 40.6% 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 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Kalyan APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,312 |
| 4 Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,875 |
| 6 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹6,720 |
| 7 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 8 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 9 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Pune APMC | ₹5,950 |
| 11 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Dahod APMC | ₹5,700 |
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.
That ₹4,300 (75.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Ghaziabad APMC ranged between ₹3,924 and ₹11,315, with the average around ₹6,316. 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 | ₹6,720 | ₹6,720 | ₹6,720 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,978 | ₹4,163 | ₹5,774 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,308 | ₹7,308 | ₹7,308 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,644 | ₹3,924 | ₹6,038 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,649 | ₹5,911 | ₹6,270 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,632 | ₹10,632 | ₹10,632 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,169 | ₹4,172 | ₹6,001 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,414 | ₹5,414 | ₹5,414 |
| 26 Jul | ₹6,327 | ₹4,343 | ₹5,591 |
| 25 Jul | ₹11,315 | ₹4,389 | ₹4,593 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,339 | ₹6,339 | ₹6,339 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,128 | ₹4,122 | ₹6,765 |
| 17 Jul | ₹8,667 | ₹5,738 | ₹6,224 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,009 | ₹7,009 | ₹7,009 |
| 14 Jul | ₹10,389 | ₹4,030 | ₹5,400 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹8,400 | ₹5,101 | ₹5,841 |
| 06 Jul | ₹8,466 | ₹4,108 | ₹6,038 |
| 05 Jul | ₹9,539 | ₹9,539 | ₹9,539 |
| 04 Jul | ₹8,449 | ₹5,793 | ₹6,090 |
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
Selling Rice well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Rice stood at Ghaziabad APMC on 19 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.