From today's trading desk on 05 Aug 2026, Banthara APMC stood at the front of the pack for Rice, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,190 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Rice.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,190
- Lowest Price Today₹6,190
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,190
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
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.
At this level, Rice is about 55.2% above the period average, sitting just 73.2% 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 05 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Banthara APMC Leader | ₹6,190 |
| 2 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 3 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Ipur APMC | ₹5,840 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Pune APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 8 Agra APMC | ₹5,233 |
| 9 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 11 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹4,850 |
| 12 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹4,800 |
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 ₹1,390 (29.0%) 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 ₹3,989. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹6,190 | ₹6,190 | ₹6,190 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,680 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,674 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,948 | ₹2,600 | ₹4,432 |
| 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 |
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 on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Banthara APMC led Rice on 05 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.