Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,450 per quintal in Hardoi APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Rice today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,450
- Lowest Price Today₹2,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 10.9% below the period average, sitting just 64.1% 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 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Saharanpur APMC | ₹8,891 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹8,720 |
| 4 Chintamani APMC | ₹8,030 |
| 5 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Hasanpur APMC | ₹7,695 |
| 7 APMC Nagpur APMC | ₹7,425 |
| 8 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Bidar APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Kampli APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 12 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,550 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹4,950 (75.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Hardoi APMC ranged between ₹2,150 and ₹6,825, with the average around ₹2,750. 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 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,541 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,512 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,639 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,549 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,759 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
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
Going to the top Rice market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Rice rate at Hardoi APMC on 17 Oct 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.