In the latest market update for 26 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹5,200 per quintal in Siliguri APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Siliguri APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,300
- Lowest Price Today₹5,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Fine(Basmati))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Rice is about 1.1% 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
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 26 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Badayoun APMC | ₹9,927 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 4 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 5 Pune APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 6 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 7 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 8 APMC VASAI APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 9 Hapur APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 10 Mangaon APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Gadarpur APMC | ₹3,710 |
| 12 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹3,700 |
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.
The ₹6,300 (170.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Siliguri APMC ranged between ₹4,900 and ₹5,300, with the average around ₹5,145. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Rice well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Rice rate at Siliguri APMC on 26 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.