In today's crop-price rundown for 09 Aug 2026, Banthara APMC stood at the front of the pack for Rice, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,844 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
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,053
- Lowest Price Today₹6,108
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,844
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Broken Rice(Kanki))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Rice about 115.4% above the period average, and just 61.7% 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
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 09 Aug 2026, so you can see where Banthara APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Banthara APMC Leader | ₹8,844 |
| 2 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,650 |
| 3 Samsi APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 4 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 5 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Jangipur APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 7 Pandua APMC | ₹4,475 |
| 8 Murud APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 9 Alibagh APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 10 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹4,050 |
| 11 Nutanbazar APMC | ₹3,950 |
| 12 Mangaon APMC | ₹3,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
That ₹5,044 (132.7%) 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 Banthara APMC ranged between ₹2,250 and ₹23,065, with the average around ₹4,106. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Aug | ₹16,053 | ₹6,108 | ₹8,844 |
| 08 Aug | ₹12,424 | ₹6,109 | ₹6,733 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,890 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,726 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Rice, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
The takeaway: Banthara APMC was the market to beat for Rice on 09 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.