With the 21 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Siliguri APMC stood at the front of the pack for Rice, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,200 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What Put Siliguri APMC on Top Today
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,300
- Lowest Price Today₹5,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,200
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Fine(Basmati))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Rice about 1.1% above the period average, and just 1.9% 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 21 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 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹5,200 |
| 2 Lamlong Bazaar 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 ₹100 (2.0%), 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 ₹5,142. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Siliguri APMC was the market to beat for Rice on 21 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.