Here's the 16 Jul 2026 mandi snapshot — Rice was quoted at ₹2,586 per quintal in Banthara APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,720
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,586
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Jul 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Rice is about 34.6% below the period average, sitting just 88.8% 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
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 16 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹12,400 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹7,009 |
| 4 Rampur APMC | ₹6,760 |
| 5 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,325 |
| 7 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 8 Lucknow APMC | ₹6,086 |
| 9 Sangli APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Pune APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Sitapur APMC | ₹5,741 |
| 12 Golagokarnath APMC | ₹5,392 |
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.
A spread of ₹7,008 (130.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Banthara APMC ranged between ₹2,250 and ₹23,065, with the average around ₹3,955. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Aug | ₹2,750 | ₹2,725 | ₹2,737 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,705 | ₹6,705 | ₹6,705 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,489 | ₹2,350 | ₹6,248 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,758 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,897 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,498 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,795 |
| 26 Jul | ₹22,538 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,836 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,704 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,720 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,672 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,775 | ₹2,755 | ₹2,763 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,511 | ₹2,700 | ₹4,522 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,401 | ₹2,750 | ₹5,504 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,760 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,754 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,720 | ₹2,680 | ₹2,702 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,566 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,720 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,586 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,415 | ₹6,415 | ₹6,415 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,672 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,760 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,584 |
| 11 Jul | ₹6,428 | ₹6,428 | ₹6,428 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Rice yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
All told, this is where Rice stood at Banthara APMC on 16 Jul 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.