With the 21 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Rice was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Payagpur 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
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- 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.
This puts Rice about 0.6% below the period average, and just 7.4% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
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.
A spread of ₹6,925 (110.4%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Payagpur APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹2,700, with the average around ₹2,514. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,553 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,566 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
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
Going to the top Rice market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Payagpur APMC reported Rice at this level on 21 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.