In the latest market update for 18 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹5,076 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
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₹6,875
- Lowest Price Today₹2,942
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,076
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Basmati Dawat)
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.
Right now Rice is about 14.8% below the period average — just 64.5% 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 18 Aug 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 Buland Shahr APMC Leader | ₹9,547 |
| 2 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 3 Kalyan APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 4 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 5 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 8 Dahod APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Bengaluru APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Samsi APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 11 Hasanpur APMC | ₹5,214 |
| 12 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
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.
The ₹4,347 (83.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹14,286, with the average around ₹5,960. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹6,875 | ₹2,942 | ₹5,076 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,036 | ₹5,036 | ₹5,036 |
| 14 Aug | ₹14,286 | ₹6,799 | ₹7,923 |
| 12 Aug | ₹14,286 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,804 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,608 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,023 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,469 | ₹3,469 | ₹3,469 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,608 | ₹7,557 | ₹7,650 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,821 | ₹8,821 | ₹8,821 |
| 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 |
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Lucknow APMC logged this Rice rate on 18 Aug 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.