Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,600 per quintal in Madhoganj APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Rice about 1.3% below the period average, and just 25.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Madhoganj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 APMC Nagpur APMC | ₹7,425 |
| 7 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Bidar APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 9 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Kampli APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 11 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 12 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
At ₹5,000 (76.9%), 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Rice prices at Madhoganj APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,634. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
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
For Rice, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Rice was priced at this level in Madhoganj APMC on 17 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.