Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Sep 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹6,324 per quintal in Ghaziabad APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Rice today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,765
- Lowest Price Today₹5,860
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,324
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Rice is about 1.4% below the period average — just 44.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 18 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Lucknow APMC | ₹8,621 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹7,550 |
| 4 Banthara APMC | ₹7,299 |
| 5 Vijayapura APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 6 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 7 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹6,324 |
| 8 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 9 Agra APMC | ₹6,130 |
| 10 Dahod APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Ayodhya APMC | ₹5,640 |
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 ₹4,360 (77.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Ghaziabad APMC ranged between ₹3,554 and ₹11,315, with the average around ₹6,416. 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 Sep | ₹6,765 | ₹5,860 | ₹6,324 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,542 | ₹10,542 | ₹10,542 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,732 | ₹6,732 | ₹6,732 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,898 | ₹3,554 | ₹5,333 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,341 | ₹5,976 | ₹6,373 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,097 | ₹4,867 | ₹5,631 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,568 | ₹3,568 | ₹3,568 |
| 23 Aug | ₹11,315 | ₹5,228 | ₹6,138 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,613 | ₹5,882 | ₹6,388 |
| 21 Aug | ₹9,730 | ₹9,729 | ₹9,729 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Rice today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Rice changed hands at this rate in Ghaziabad APMC on 18 Sep 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.