Checking the day's mandi numbers for 21 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Pratapgarh APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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.
Right now Rice is about 6.6% below the period average — just 31.4% 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 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where Pratapgarh APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gorakhpur APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 3 Bahraich APMC | ₹9,251 |
| 4 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Hasanpur APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 6 Varanasi APMC | ₹6,765 |
| 7 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 APMC Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 9 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,325 |
| 10 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 11 Dahod APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 12 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹5,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
A spread of ₹8,500 (154.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Pratapgarh APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,570. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 20 Oct | ₹2,850 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,850 |
| 19 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,744 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,464 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,436 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,456 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,478 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,945 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Rice, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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 Pratapgarh APMC on 21 Oct 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.