Reading today's price tape for 12 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Sainthia APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,100
- Lowest Price Today₹3,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 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.
Right now Rice is about 12.1% above the period average — just 2.4% 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 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Kalyan APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Agra APMC | ₹9,734 |
| 4 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Ballia APMC | ₹9,260 |
| 6 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹8,442 |
| 7 Mathura APMC | ₹8,063 |
| 8 Gadag APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 9 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,614 |
| 10 DADRI APMC | ₹7,304 |
| 11 Hapur APMC | ₹7,012 |
| 12 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
At ₹3,500 (50.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Sainthia APMC ranged between ₹3,450 and ₹4,100, with the average around ₹3,567. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,700 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,750 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,700 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,650 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,750 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,750 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,700 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,750 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,700 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,650 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,600 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,750 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,700 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,750 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹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
For Rice, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Rice changed hands at this rate in Sainthia APMC on 12 Oct 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.