Reading today's price tape for 08 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,537 per quintal in Sitapur APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Rice markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Sitapur APMC on Top Today
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₹2,580
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,537
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Rice is about 27.3% below the period average — just 66.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 08 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Banthara APMC Leader | ₹6,733 |
| 2 Bareilly APMC | ₹6,717 |
| 3 Noida APMC | ₹6,622 |
| 4 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 5 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹6,270 |
| 6 DADRI APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 7 Agra APMC | ₹6,035 |
| 8 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 9 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,850 |
| 10 Dahod APMC | ₹5,630 |
| 11 Hasanpur APMC | ₹5,336 |
| 12 Palghar APMC | ₹5,270 |
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 ₹1,463 (27.8%) 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 Sitapur APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹7,564, with the average around ₹3,489. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,537 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,178 | ₹6,178 | ₹6,178 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,530 | ₹2,562 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,525 | ₹2,515 | ₹2,520 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,117 | ₹2,500 | ₹5,213 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,615 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,596 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,928 | ₹5,928 | ₹5,928 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,570 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,519 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,011 | ₹2,520 | ₹3,627 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,575 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,530 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,741 | ₹5,741 | ₹5,741 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,537 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 02 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jun | ₹5,921 | ₹4,098 | ₹4,990 |
| 27 Jun | ₹2,525 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,244 |
| 26 Jun | ₹2,500 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,488 |
| 25 Jun | ₹4,011 | ₹3,421 | ₹3,912 |
| 24 Jun | ₹7,564 | ₹7,564 | ₹7,564 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Sitapur APMC logged this Rice rate on 08 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.