Reading today's price tape for 18 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Sainthia APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Rice today.
01What Put Sainthia APMC on Top Today
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
- Date18 Aug 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.
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 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹9,547 |
| 3 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 4 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 5 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Shamli APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 7 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 8 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 9 Diamond Harbour(South 24-pgs) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 10 Jangipur APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 11 Malur APMC | ₹5,050 |
| 12 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹5,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹5,000 (100.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Sainthia APMC ranged between ₹3,450 and ₹3,600, with the average around ₹3,500. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 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 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Rice changed hands at this rate in Sainthia APMC on 18 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.