In the price report dated 16 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,568 per quintal in Prayagraj APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Rice today.
01What Put Prayagraj APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,568
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 32.4% below the period average and just 76.7% 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 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 APMC Pune APMC | ₹10,900 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹9,560 |
| 4 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹8,407 |
| 5 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,501 |
| 6 Varanasi APMC | ₹7,421 |
| 7 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹7,315 |
| 8 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sindhanur APMC | ₹6,250 |
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 ₹5,250 (84.0%) 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 Prayagraj APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹3,800. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,568 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,114 | ₹2,300 | ₹3,482 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,637 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,892 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,305 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,302 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,315 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,307 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,689 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,491 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,856 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,010 | ₹3,010 | ₹3,010 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,110 | ₹3,110 | ₹3,110 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,830 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,409 |
| 13 Sep | ₹8,551 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,491 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,912 | ₹6,912 | ₹6,912 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,163 | ₹3,163 | ₹3,163 |
| 03 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹8,581 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,950 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,838 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Prayagraj APMC posted this Rice rate on 16 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.