With the 16 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Rice was quoted at ₹2,897 per quintal in Shohratgarh APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Rice today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,300
- Lowest Price Today₹2,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,897
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 2.9% below the period average and just 27.1% 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
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Shohratgarh APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Buland Shahr APMC Leader | ₹10,671 |
| 2 Hapur APMC | ₹10,100 |
| 3 Rampur APMC | ₹9,269 |
| 4 Bareilly APMC | ₹6,692 |
| 5 Samsi APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 6 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 7 Karimpur APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 8 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Bethuadahari APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹4,850 |
| 11 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Pandua APMC | ₹4,475 |
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.
The ₹6,196 (138.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Shohratgarh APMC ranged between ₹2,550 and ₹3,975, with the average around ₹2,984. 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 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,897 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,348 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,858 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,025 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,362 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,550 | ₹3,194 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,850 | ₹2,550 | ₹3,309 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,325 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹2,550 | ₹3,360 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,550 | ₹3,235 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹2,550 | ₹3,092 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,321 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹2,550 | ₹3,301 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Rice traded at this rate in Shohratgarh APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.