Going by the latest APMC figures for 06 Sep 2026, Siliguri APMC stood at the front of the pack for Rice, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,200 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,300
- Lowest Price Today₹5,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Sep 2026
- CommodityRice (Fine(Basmati))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.9% above the period average and just 1.9% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 06 Sep 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 APMC Palghar APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 3 Hapur APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 4 Kasimbazar APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 5 Kandi APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 6 Nagina APMC | ₹3,550 |
| 7 Dasda APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 8 Banda APMC | ₹3,211 |
| 9 Chandausi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 10 Unnao APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 11 Kayamganj APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Akbarpur APMC | ₹2,550 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹2,650 (103.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Rice prices at Siliguri APMC ranged between ₹4,900 and ₹5,300, with the average around ₹5,153. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 30 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 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 |
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
The headline Rice rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 06 Sep 2026, Siliguri APMC set the pace for Rice. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.