In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹4,425 per quintal in Pandua APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,550
- Lowest Price Today₹4,375
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,425
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Fine)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 0.3% below the period average and just 5.9% 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 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Pandua APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,250 |
| 2 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹9,754 |
| 3 Sankeshwar APMC | ₹6,686 |
| 4 Bareilly APMC | ₹6,527 |
| 5 Lucknow APMC | ₹6,507 |
| 6 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 7 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 9 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Pune APMC | ₹5,850 |
| 11 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
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.
At ₹7,550 (132.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Pandua APMC ranged between ₹4,250 and ₹4,700, with the average around ₹4,437. 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 | ₹4,550 | ₹4,375 | ₹4,425 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,575 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,475 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,525 | ₹4,375 | ₹4,425 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,575 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,450 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,450 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,550 | ₹4,375 | ₹4,450 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,525 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,450 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,625 | ₹4,375 | ₹4,475 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,550 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,650 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,550 | ₹4,375 | ₹4,475 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,550 | ₹4,375 | ₹4,450 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,550 | ₹4,375 | ₹4,475 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,575 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,450 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,550 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,450 | ₹4,275 | ₹4,375 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,575 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,450 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,550 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,425 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,525 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 26 Jul | ₹4,525 | ₹4,325 | ₹4,375 |
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
Going to the top Rice market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Pandua APMC posted this Rice rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.