In the latest market update for 21 Sep 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Lalganj 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
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Rice arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 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.
At this level, Rice is about 2.1% below the period average, sitting just 7.4% 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 21 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 APMC Kalyan APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Lucknow APMC | ₹8,473 |
| 5 Mathura APMC | ₹7,347 |
| 6 Hasanpur APMC | ₹7,169 |
| 7 Gadag APMC | ₹6,625 |
| 8 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 9 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Banthara APMC | ₹6,463 |
| 11 APMC Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 12 DADRI APMC | ₹6,275 |
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 ₹6,925 (110.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Lalganj APMC ranged between ₹2,440 and ₹2,700, with the average around ₹2,553. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹2,675 | ₹2,675 | ₹2,675 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,650 | ₹2,631 | ₹2,642 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,563 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,590 | ₹2,696 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,575 | ₹2,691 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,562 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,575 | ₹2,595 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,672 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,520 | ₹2,520 | ₹2,520 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
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
Before carting Rice to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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 sum up, this was the Rice rate at Lalganj APMC on 21 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.