Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,563 per quintal in Prayagraj APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Rice today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,575
- Lowest Price Today₹2,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,563
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Sona St.)
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.
Right now Rice is about 32.7% below the period average — just 72.8% 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
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,250 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹9,754 |
| 4 Sankeshwar APMC | ₹6,686 |
| 5 Bareilly APMC | ₹6,527 |
| 6 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 7 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 9 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Dahod APMC | ₹5,670 |
| 12 Bengaluru APMC | ₹5,500 |
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 ₹7,750 (140.9%) 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 Prayagraj APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹9,425, with the average around ₹3,807. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,575 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,563 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,365 | ₹6,365 | ₹6,365 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,077 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,145 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹2,300 | ₹3,908 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,507 | ₹5,048 | ₹6,202 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,171 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,663 | ₹2,300 | ₹3,189 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,310 | ₹2,310 | ₹2,310 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,574 | ₹3,574 | ₹3,574 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,009 | ₹4,549 | ₹6,736 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,442 | ₹2,325 | ₹3,282 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,615 | ₹3,615 | ₹3,615 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,912 | ₹3,912 | ₹3,912 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,996 | ₹8,996 | ₹8,996 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,190 | ₹3,017 | ₹3,137 |
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
The day's best Rice rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Prayagraj APMC logged this Rice rate on 17 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.