Pulling together the 21 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Rice was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Charkhari APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Charkhari APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 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 0.2% below the period average, sitting just 3.8% 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 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Charkhari APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹9,729 |
| 3 Kalyan APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Saharanpur APMC | ₹8,597 |
| 5 DADRI APMC | ₹8,038 |
| 6 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,853 |
| 7 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹7,560 |
| 8 Ranebennur APMC | ₹7,195 |
| 9 Sangli APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 11 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 12 Pune APMC | ₹5,900 |
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.
That ₹4,100 (69.5%) 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 Charkhari APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,505. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,410 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,402 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Rice today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Rice stood at Charkhari APMC on 21 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.