In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Sep 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹6,700 per quintal in Banthara APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,110
- Lowest Price Today₹3,535
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Rice is about 67.6% above the period average — just 71.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 16 Sep 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 APMC Kalyan APMC Leader | ₹9,200 |
| 2 Pilibhit APMC | ₹8,163 |
| 3 Bareilly APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹6,732 |
| 6 Banthara APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 7 Rampur APMC | ₹6,667 |
| 8 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Dahod APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 12 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
At ₹3,100 (50.8%), 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Rice prices at Banthara APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹23,065, with the average around ₹3,998. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | ₹2,920 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,715 |
| 16 Sep | ₹11,110 | ₹3,535 | ₹6,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,273 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,630 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,401 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,061 | ₹2,200 | ₹3,050 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,630 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,589 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,160 | ₹6,160 | ₹6,160 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,890 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,584 |
| 07 Sep | ₹11,100 | ₹11,100 | ₹11,100 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,286 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,491 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,062 | ₹4,062 | ₹4,062 |
| 02 Sep | ₹9,653 | ₹9,653 | ₹9,653 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,681 |
| 31 Aug | ₹9,944 | ₹2,690 | ₹5,666 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,326 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,593 |
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
To wrap up, Banthara APMC logged this Rice rate on 16 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.