Here's the 15 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Rice was quoted at ₹3,600 per quintal in Kolaghat APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Rice markets in the table that follows.
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₹3,700
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Fine)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Rice is about 10.9% below the period average — just 26.5% 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
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Pune APMC Leader | ₹10,850 |
| 2 Muradabad APMC | ₹10,618 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Tanda(Rampur) APMC | ₹8,350 |
| 5 Gadag APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,659 |
| 7 APMC Nagpur APMC | ₹7,425 |
| 8 Sitapur APMC | ₹6,897 |
| 9 Kampli APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,450 |
| 12 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
At ₹4,650 (75.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Kolaghat APMC ranged between ₹330 and ₹4,900, with the average around ₹4,040. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹330 | ₹3,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 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 |
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
The headline Rice rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
In short, Rice changed hands at this rate in Kolaghat APMC on 15 Oct 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.