Reading today's price tape for 21 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Bolpur APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Rice markets.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Rice is about 0.0% above the period average — just 2.8% 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 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 Kalyan APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 4 Banthara APMC | ₹6,006 |
| 5 Pune APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 6 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 8 Dahod APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Samsi APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 10 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Jangipur APMC | ₹5,100 |
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.
At ₹8,100 (158.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Bolpur APMC ranged between ₹3,450 and ₹3,600, with the average around ₹3,500. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 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 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Rice changed hands at this rate in Bolpur APMC on 21 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.