In the latest market update for 20 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Maudaha APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
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 0.1% below the period average, sitting just 3.8% 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
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Maudaha APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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.
The ₹7,167 (118.8%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Maudaha APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,502. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,552 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 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
The day's best Rice rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Rice stood at Maudaha APMC on 20 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.