Across the reporting yards on 12 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Birbhum APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Rice today.
01What Put Birbhum APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 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.
Today's rate is about 0.0% above the period average and just 2.8% 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
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Bareilly APMC | ₹9,669 |
| 4 Agra APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 DADRI APMC | ₹7,013 |
| 6 Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Banthara APMC | ₹6,549 |
| 8 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 9 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 10 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Ipur APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Pune APMC | ₹5,700 |
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.
The ₹7,500 (131.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Birbhum APMC ranged between ₹3,450 and ₹3,600, with the average around ₹3,500. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 12 Aug 2026, Rice traded at this rate in Birbhum 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.