As the 16 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Rice was quoted at ₹2,674 per quintal in Naugarh 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
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,674
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Rice about 2.3% below the period average, and just 81.7% 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
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Naugarh APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹8,548 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,501 |
| 4 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 8 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sindhanur APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 APMC Bhandara APMC | ₹6,100 |
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.
At ₹5,400 (88.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Rice prices at Naugarh APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹14,600, with the average around ₹2,736. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,674 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,242 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,176 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,693 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,610 | ₹2,610 | ₹2,610 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,625 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,610 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,910 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,620 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,655 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,613 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,675 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,619 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,014 |
| 07 Sep | ₹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
For Rice, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
The takeaway: Naugarh APMC reported Rice at this level on 16 Oct 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.