In the latest market update for 17 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,930 per quintal in Kopaganj APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Kopaganj APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,034
- Lowest Price Today₹2,825
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,930
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Rice is about 18.6% below the period average — just 70.4% 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 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kopaganj 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 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹9,754 |
| 3 Sankeshwar APMC | ₹6,686 |
| 4 Bareilly APMC | ₹6,527 |
| 5 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 7 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 9 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Pune APMC | ₹5,850 |
| 11 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹5,774 |
| 12 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
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 ₹4,300 (75.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Kopaganj APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹9,896, with the average around ₹3,600. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,464 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,034 | ₹2,825 | ₹2,930 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,925 | ₹3,925 | ₹3,925 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,540 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,494 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,540 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,478 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,520 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,502 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,496 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,253 | ₹9,253 | ₹9,253 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,675 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,567 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,560 | ₹2,520 | ₹2,535 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,524 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹5,087 | ₹5,221 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,896 | ₹3,390 | ₹7,219 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,894 | ₹6,894 | ₹6,894 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,725 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,468 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,540 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,507 |
| 17 Jul | ₹8,684 | ₹8,684 | ₹8,684 |
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
Selling Rice well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Rice changed hands at this rate in Kopaganj APMC on 17 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.