As the 18 Sep 2026 session wrapped up, Rice was quoted at ₹2,700 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Rice today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,700
- Lowest Price Today₹2,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 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.
Today's rate is about 28.3% below the period average and just 76.9% 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 18 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹7,550 |
| 4 Vijayapura APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 5 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 6 Agra APMC | ₹6,130 |
| 7 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Dahod APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Ayodhya APMC | ₹5,640 |
| 11 Golagokarnath APMC | ₹5,433 |
| 12 Barpathari APMC | ₹5,300 |
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.
That ₹4,700 (88.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹11,665, with the average around ₹3,764. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,008 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,620 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,209 | ₹5,171 | ₹5,196 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,510 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,373 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,732 | ₹5,732 | ₹5,732 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,147 | ₹4,404 | ₹5,202 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,780 | ₹4,684 | ₹5,140 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,540 | ₹2,530 | ₹2,532 |
| 29 Aug | ₹7,630 | ₹3,703 | ₹4,545 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹11,665 | ₹4,276 | ₹6,828 |
| 23 Aug | ₹11,665 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,802 |
| 22 Aug | ₹9,730 | ₹9,730 | ₹9,730 |
| 20 Aug | ₹11,309 | ₹3,200 | ₹5,418 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,714 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Rice, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Varanasi APMC posted this Rice rate on 18 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.