Reading today's price tape for 09 Jul 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 Jul 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Rice is about 27.4% below the period average — just 76.1% 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
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 09 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹9,212 |
| 3 Bareilly APMC | ₹6,420 |
| 4 Sangli APMC | ₹6,350 |
| 5 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹5,841 |
| 6 Dahod APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Robertsganj APMC | ₹5,275 |
| 8 Kaliaganj APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 9 Thoubal APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 10 Imphal APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 11 Bishenpur APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Kakching Market APMC | ₹5,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
A spread of ₹4,400 (86.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Rice prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹11,726, with the average around ₹3,858. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Nov | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹11,726 | ₹2,900 | ₹6,765 |
| 20 Oct | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,542 |
| 18 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹2,850 | ₹3,382 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,950 | ₹2,950 | ₹2,950 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,675 | ₹4,200 | ₹7,421 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,862 | ₹2,850 | ₹4,443 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,507 | ₹4,950 | ₹7,792 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,393 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,785 | ₹6,338 | ₹7,148 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,938 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,855 | ₹4,855 | ₹4,855 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,578 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,610 | ₹2,610 | ₹2,610 |
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
Selling Rice well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
To wrap up, Varanasi APMC logged this Rice rate on 09 Jul 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.