Checking the day's mandi numbers for 20 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,662 per quintal in Nawabganj APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,670
- Lowest Price Today₹2,655
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,662
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Rice is about 7.9% above the period average, sitting just 1.8% 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 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 Chandausi APMC | ₹10,509 |
| 3 Agra APMC | ₹10,106 |
| 4 Rampur APMC | ₹9,381 |
| 5 Kalyan APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 Naanpara APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Arasikere APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Vijayapura APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 10 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,175 |
| 11 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 12 DADRI APMC | ₹6,033 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
At ₹7,167 (118.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Nawabganj APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹2,710, with the average around ₹2,467. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹2,670 | ₹2,655 | ₹2,662 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,179 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,710 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,705 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,695 | ₹2,695 | ₹2,695 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,680 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,575 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,081 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,551 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Rice rate at Nawabganj APMC on 20 Aug 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.