In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Sep 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹4,400 per quintal in Kolaghat APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
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₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityRice (Fine)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 8.5% above the period average and just 10.2% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 16 Sep 2026, so you can see where Kolaghat APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Kalyan APMC Leader | ₹9,200 |
| 2 Pilibhit APMC | ₹8,163 |
| 3 Bareilly APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹6,732 |
| 6 Banthara APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 7 Rampur APMC | ₹6,667 |
| 8 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Dahod APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 12 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹3,100 (50.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Kolaghat APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹4,900, with the average around ₹4,054. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,450 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,350 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,450 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,350 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,450 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,350 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹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
Before carting Rice to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 16 Sep 2026, Rice traded at this rate in Kolaghat APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.