In the latest market update for 26 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹3,300 per quintal in Egra/contai APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Rice today.
01What Put Egra/contai APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,350
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Fine)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Rice is about 7.7% below the period average, sitting just 17.5% 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 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 9 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 10 Pandua APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 APMC VASAI APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Alibagh APMC | ₹4,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
The ₹5,750 (135.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Egra/contai APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,576. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹3,350 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Rice stood at Egra/contai APMC on 26 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.