In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹7,501 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Rice markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,501
- Lowest Price Today₹7,501
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,501
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
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.
At this level, Rice is about 22.7% above the period average, sitting just 47.5% 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
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹9,560 |
| 3 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹8,548 |
| 4 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,501 |
| 5 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 8 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sindhanur APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 APMC Bhandara APMC | ₹6,100 |
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.
The ₹5,400 (88.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Rice prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹14,286, with the average around ₹6,115. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹7,501 | ₹7,501 | ₹7,501 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,583 | ₹7,552 | ₹7,659 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,501 | ₹2,738 | ₹5,654 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹6,426 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,501 | ₹3,000 | ₹7,614 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,650 | ₹4,938 | ₹5,256 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,245 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,298 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,850 | ₹3,860 | ₹7,329 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,800 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,473 |
| 20 Sep | ₹8,501 | ₹3,912 | ₹6,052 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,690 | ₹3,690 | ₹3,690 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,621 | ₹8,621 | ₹8,621 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,010 | ₹6,010 | ₹6,010 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,372 | ₹3,461 | ₹5,263 |
| 14 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹4,470 | ₹7,952 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,950 | ₹4,251 | ₹4,906 |
| 11 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹5,453 | ₹9,061 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,387 | ₹2,802 | ₹7,391 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,001 | ₹6,801 | ₹7,794 |
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
The day's best Rice rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Rice rate at Lucknow APMC on 16 Oct 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.