Looking at how the yards traded on 12 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,600 per quintal in Shahganj APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Shahganj APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Rice is about 2.6% above the period average, sitting just 17.5% 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 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Kalyan APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Agra APMC | ₹9,734 |
| 4 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Ballia APMC | ₹9,260 |
| 6 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹8,442 |
| 7 Mathura APMC | ₹8,063 |
| 8 Gadag APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 9 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,614 |
| 10 DADRI APMC | ₹7,304 |
| 11 Hapur APMC | ₹7,012 |
| 12 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
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 ₹3,500 (50.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹2,533. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,654 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Rice, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
To sum up, this was the Rice rate at Shahganj APMC on 12 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.