In today's crop-price rundown for 19 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,545 per quintal in Pukharayan APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Rice today.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,545
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 5.0% below the period average and just 28.8% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 APMC Pune APMC | ₹10,900 |
| 3 Hapur APMC | ₹10,681 |
| 4 APMC Kalyan APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,436 |
| 7 Shamli APMC | ₹7,420 |
| 8 Sindhanur APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 9 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 APMC Nagpur APMC | ₹6,875 |
| 11 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,550 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
The ₹4,950 (75.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Pukharayan APMC ranged between ₹2,475 and ₹3,575, with the average around ₹2,680. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,545 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,769 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,510 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,499 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,526 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,478 | ₹2,497 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,532 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,660 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,571 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,497 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,588 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,486 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 |
| 15 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
Selling Rice well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Oct 2026, Rice traded at this rate in Pukharayan APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.