In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹4,314 per quintal in Ahirora APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Rice yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,314
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 26.0% above the period average and just 13.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 Chandausi APMC | ₹10,509 |
| 3 Agra APMC | ₹10,106 |
| 4 Rampur APMC | ₹9,381 |
| 5 Kalyan APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 Naanpara APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Arasikere APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Vijayapura APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 11 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,175 |
| 12 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
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.
That ₹7,050 (114.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Ahirora APMC ranged between ₹2,700 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,423. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,314 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,173 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹4,316 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,105 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Aug 2026, Rice traded at this rate in Ahirora APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.