Reading today's price tape for 20 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹3,050 per quintal in Muzzafarnagar APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,050
- Lowest Price Today₹3,050
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,050
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Rice is about 8.4% below the period average, sitting just 36.0% 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
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Varanasi APMC | ₹7,431 |
| 3 Tanda(Rampur) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 4 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 5 Hasanpur APMC | ₹5,666 |
| 6 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 APMC Karjat(Raigad) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 9 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Melaghar APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹5,029 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
The ₹2,472 (49.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Rice prices at Muzzafarnagar APMC ranged between ₹2,893 and ₹4,767, with the average around ₹3,328. 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 Oct | ₹3,050 | ₹3,050 | ₹3,050 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,767 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,025 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,163 | ₹3,163 | ₹3,163 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,146 | ₹3,146 | ₹3,146 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,636 | ₹3,636 | ₹3,636 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,914 | ₹2,893 | ₹2,903 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,527 | ₹3,527 | ₹3,527 |
| 08 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹3,350 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,325 |
| 04 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 02 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 25 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Jun | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 16 Jun | ₹3,650 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,650 |
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
For Rice, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Rice stood at Muzzafarnagar APMC on 20 Oct 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.