Going by the latest APMC figures for 21 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,527 per quintal in Sitapur APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
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₹2,550
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,527
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 20.2% below the period average and just 67.0% 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
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gorakhpur APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 3 Bahraich APMC | ₹9,251 |
| 4 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,639 |
| 5 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Hasanpur APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 7 Varanasi APMC | ₹6,765 |
| 8 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 APMC Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 10 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,325 |
| 11 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Dahod APMC | ₹6,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
That ₹7,900 (129.5%) 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 ₹7,660, with the average around ₹3,168. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,527 |
| 20 Oct | ₹2,520 | ₹2,520 | ₹2,520 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,021 | ₹4,021 | ₹4,021 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,660 | ₹6,119 | ₹6,897 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,021 | ₹4,021 | ₹4,021 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,868 | ₹2,500 | ₹5,233 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,540 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,505 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,513 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,021 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,598 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,530 | ₹2,539 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,560 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,549 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,021 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,053 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,805 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,801 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,520 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,839 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,647 | ₹6,647 | ₹6,647 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,575 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,505 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,610 | ₹2,530 | ₹2,562 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,927 | ₹2,505 | ₹5,850 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
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
The headline Rice rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Oct 2026, Rice traded at this rate in Sitapur 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.