Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,791 per quintal in Maudaha APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Rice today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,791
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 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.
Right now Rice is about 10.3% above the period average — just 0.3% 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
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hapur APMC Leader | ₹10,822 |
| 2 Jhansi APMC | ₹8,463 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,753 |
| 4 Jangipura APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Jangipur APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 6 APMC Karjat(Raigad) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 7 Samsi APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 8 Shamli APMC | ₹5,276 |
| 9 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Bethuadahari APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Karimpur APMC | ₹4,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
That ₹5,922 (120.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Maudaha APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,529. 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 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,791 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,562 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,631 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,686 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹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 headline Rice rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Rice changed hands at this rate in Maudaha APMC on 18 Oct 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.