Looking at how the yards traded on 24 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Kolaghat APMC. This is one of several Rice rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,600
- Lowest Price Today₹4,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
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.
At this level, Rice is about 10.9% above the period average, sitting just 8.2% 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 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Noida APMC Leader | ₹8,476 |
| 2 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Varanasi APMC | ₹6,828 |
| 4 Sangli APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 DADRI APMC | ₹6,711 |
| 6 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 9 Pune APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 10 Bareilly APMC | ₹6,012 |
| 11 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
That ₹2,726 (47.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Kolaghat APMC ranged between ₹3,300 and ₹4,900, with the average around ₹4,058. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Rice stood at Kolaghat APMC on 24 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.