In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,389 per quintal in Raibareilly APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,389
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 6.7% below the period average and just 66.3% 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 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bareilly APMC Leader | ₹6,351 |
| 2 Samsi APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 3 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 4 Karimpur APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 5 Bethuadahari APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹4,850 |
| 7 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Alibagh APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 9 Murud APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 10 Mangaon APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Kandi APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 12 Kasimbazar APMC | ₹3,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹2,751 (76.4%) 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 Raibareilly APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹7,094, with the average around ₹2,560. 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 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,389 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,508 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,463 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,493 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,470 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,491 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,477 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,472 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,471 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,473 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,473 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,355 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,541 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,463 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,319 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,494 |
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 headline Rice rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Raibareilly APMC posted this Rice rate on 16 Aug 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.