As the 12 Jul 2026 session wrapped up, Rice was quoted at ₹6,343 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,463
- Lowest Price Today₹3,208
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,343
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Jul 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 9.2% above the period average and just 55.6% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 12 Jul 2026, so you can see where Lucknow APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rampur APMC Leader | ₹11,714 |
| 2 Hospet APMC | ₹7,150 |
| 3 Pilibhit APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Dadri APMC | ₹6,407 |
| 5 Lucknow APMC | ₹6,343 |
| 6 Mathura APMC | ₹6,297 |
| 7 Barabanki APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 8 Shamli APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Golagokarnath APMC | ₹5,661 |
| 10 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Karimpur APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Bethuadahari APMC | ₹5,000 |
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.
That ₹6,714 (134.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹14,286, with the average around ₹5,807. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Aug | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,686 | ₹3,627 | ₹6,157 |
| 03 Aug | ₹11,718 | ₹11,718 | ₹11,718 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹2,625 | ₹4,377 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,893 | ₹4,893 | ₹4,893 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,439 | ₹2,600 | ₹7,624 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,001 | ₹3,357 | ₹4,343 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,754 | ₹2,754 | ₹2,754 |
| 26 Jul | ₹14,286 | ₹3,653 | ₹6,537 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,506 | ₹2,600 | ₹7,197 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,911 | ₹7,911 | ₹7,911 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 19 Jul | ₹6,302 | ₹6,302 | ₹6,302 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,050 | ₹4,782 | ₹4,916 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,217 | ₹7,217 | ₹7,217 |
| 16 Jul | ₹8,974 | ₹2,632 | ₹6,086 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,969 | ₹4,971 | ₹5,515 |
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 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
Bottom line: on 12 Jul 2026, Rice traded at this rate in Lucknow APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.