In the price report dated 20 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Lakhimpur APMC. See where this sits in the day's Rice range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
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₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Broken Rice(Kanki))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Rice about 38.7% below the period average, and just 55.8% 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
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 Chandausi APMC | ₹10,509 |
| 3 Agra APMC | ₹10,106 |
| 4 Rampur APMC | ₹9,381 |
| 5 Kalyan APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 Naanpara APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Arasikere APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Vijayapura APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 10 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,175 |
| 11 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 12 DADRI APMC | ₹6,033 |
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 ₹7,167 (118.8%), 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-Day Trend
Over the last 2 days, Rice prices at Lakhimpur APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹5,658, with the average around ₹4,079. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹5,658 | ₹5,658 | ₹5,658 |
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
Before carting Rice to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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 Lakhimpur APMC on 20 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.