Pulling together the 17 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Rice was quoted at ₹5,200 per quintal in Siliguri APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Rice yards.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,300
- Lowest Price Today₹5,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Fine(Basmati))
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.
At this level, Rice is about 1.2% above the period average, sitting just 1.9% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Siliguri APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Sankeshwar APMC | ₹6,686 |
| 4 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 5 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 7 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Pune APMC | ₹5,850 |
| 9 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Dahod APMC | ₹5,670 |
| 11 Kaliaganj APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 12 Samsi APMC | ₹5,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
At ₹4,750 (90.5%), 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 Siliguri APMC ranged between ₹4,900 and ₹5,300, with the average around ₹5,138. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Rice today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
To sum up, this was the Rice rate at Siliguri APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.