Reading today's price tape for 16 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹4,400 per quintal in Pandua APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,550
- Lowest Price Today₹4,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Fine)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Rice is about 1.3% below the period average — just 7.4% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 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 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 APMC Pune APMC | ₹10,900 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹9,560 |
| 4 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹8,407 |
| 5 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,501 |
| 6 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Varanasi APMC | ₹7,421 |
| 8 APMC Solapur APMC | ₹7,315 |
| 9 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
At ₹5,000 (76.9%), 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Rice prices at Pandua APMC ranged between ₹4,200 and ₹4,750, with the average around ₹4,456. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹4,550 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,550 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,425 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,550 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,725 | ₹4,425 | ₹4,550 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹4,375 | ₹4,475 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,675 | ₹4,375 | ₹4,575 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,550 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,575 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,725 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,575 | ₹4,375 | ₹4,450 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,725 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,750 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,625 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,725 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,575 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,450 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,725 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,675 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,625 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Rice, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Pandua APMC logged this Rice rate on 16 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.