Reading today's price tape for 18 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹4,400 per quintal in Pandua APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Rice today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Rice arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,575
- Lowest Price Today₹4,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Fine)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
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
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hapur APMC Leader | ₹10,822 |
| 2 Jhansi APMC | ₹8,463 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,753 |
| 4 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹6,528 |
| 5 Bareilly APMC | ₹6,179 |
| 6 Jangipura APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Jangipur APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 8 APMC Karjat(Raigad) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 9 Samsi APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 10 Shamli APMC | ₹5,276 |
| 11 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹5,200 |
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.
A spread of ₹5,622 (108.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹4,575 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Rice yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Pandua APMC logged this Rice rate on 18 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.