Here's the 27 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Rice was quoted at ₹4,400 per quintal in Kolaghat APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Rice yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Fine)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Rice is about 8.2% above the period average — just 10.2% 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 27 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 Noida APMC | ₹6,631 |
| 3 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 4 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 5 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 6 Umared APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Kaliaganj APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 8 Diamond Harbour(South 24-pgs) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 9 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Jangipur APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹5,100 |
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 ₹2,500 (49.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Kolaghat APMC ranged between ₹3,300 and ₹4,900, with the average around ₹4,066. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 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 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Rice changed hands at this rate in Kolaghat APMC on 27 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.