Turning to the 13 Oct 2026 APMC board, Rice was quoted at ₹3,900 per quintal in Sainthia APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 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.
This puts Rice about 9.3% above the period average, and just 4.9% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 13 Oct 2026, so you can see where Sainthia APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Kalyan APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Etawah APMC | ₹8,703 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹8,501 |
| 4 Gadag APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Mathura APMC | ₹7,490 |
| 6 Hasanpur APMC | ₹7,331 |
| 7 Chintamani APMC | ₹7,226 |
| 8 Noida APMC | ₹7,054 |
| 9 Malur APMC | ₹7,040 |
| 10 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 12 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,550 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
A spread of ₹3,950 (60.3%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Sainthia APMC ranged between ₹3,450 and ₹4,100, with the average around ₹3,567. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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
When picking where to sell Rice, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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 a nutshell, Rice was priced at this level in Sainthia APMC on 13 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.