Turning to the 04 Aug 2026 APMC board, Rice was quoted at ₹2,436 per quintal in Shahganj APMC. See where this sits in the day's Rice range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
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₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,436
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
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.
This puts Rice about 1.1% below the period average, and just 22.7% 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
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 04 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ghaziabad APMC Leader | ₹10,632 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 3 Kopaganj APMC | ₹9,253 |
| 4 Muradabad APMC | ₹8,133 |
| 5 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Lucknow APMC | ₹6,157 |
| 7 Kalyan APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Shikaripura APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹5,860 |
| 11 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Pune APMC | ₹5,800 |
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.
The ₹4,832 (83.3%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Shahganj APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹3,150, with the average around ₹2,462. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,436 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,414 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,150 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,786 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,485 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Rice was priced at this level in Shahganj APMC on 04 Aug 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.