Reading today's price tape for 24 Sep 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Egra/contai APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Rice yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 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.
At this level, Rice is about 0.9% below the period average, sitting just 12.5% 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
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 24 Sep 2026, so you can see where Egra/contai APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Noida APMC Leader | ₹11,516 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Firozabad APMC | ₹9,985 |
| 4 Tanda(Rampur) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Lakhimpur APMC | ₹6,845 |
| 6 Gadag APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 9 Hasanpur APMC | ₹6,210 |
| 10 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 11 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 12 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
A spread of ₹5,516 (91.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Egra/contai APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,532. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 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 |
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
For Rice, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
All told, this is where Rice stood at Egra/contai APMC on 24 Sep 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.