From today's trading desk on 20 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,544 per quintal in Sitapur APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
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₹4,011
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,544
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 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.
Right now Rice is about 19.6% below the period average — just 66.4% 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 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chandausi APMC Leader | ₹10,509 |
| 2 Agra APMC | ₹10,106 |
| 3 Rampur APMC | ₹9,381 |
| 4 Kalyan APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 5 Naanpara APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Arasikere APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Vijayapura APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 9 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,175 |
| 10 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 11 DADRI APMC | ₹6,033 |
| 12 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
That ₹4,509 (75.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Sitapur APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹7,564, with the average around ₹3,165. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹4,011 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,544 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,590 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,897 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,896 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,805 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,802 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,810 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,804 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,192 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,515 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,515 | ₹2,548 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,540 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,532 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,520 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,510 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Rice changed hands at this rate in Sitapur APMC on 20 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.