In the day's wholesale-price digest for 23 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹4,528 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Rice yards.
01What Put Lucknow APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,683
- Lowest Price Today₹4,390
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,528
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Rice is about 24.1% below the period average, sitting just 68.3% 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
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 23 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 Gorakhpur APMC Leader | ₹13,900 |
| 2 Tanda(Rampur) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹6,138 |
| 4 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 5 Jangipur APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 6 Boxonagar APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 7 Bethuadahari APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Karjat(Raigad) APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 9 Lucknow APMC | ₹4,528 |
| 10 Golagokarnath APMC | ₹4,450 |
| 11 Pandua APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹4,250 |
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.
At ₹9,650 (227.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹14,286, with the average around ₹5,969. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹4,683 | ₹4,390 | ₹4,528 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,785 | ₹4,404 | ₹4,580 |
| 21 Aug | ₹9,409 | ₹4,713 | ₹7,853 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,312 | ₹7,312 | ₹7,312 |
| 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 |
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, this was the Rice rate at Lucknow APMC on 23 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.