Pulling together the 20 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Rice was quoted at ₹3,600 per quintal in Kolaghat APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
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₹3,700
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Fine)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 11.0% below the period average, sitting just 26.5% 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
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Tanda(Rampur) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 3 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 4 Hasanpur APMC | ₹5,666 |
| 5 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 APMC Karjat(Raigad) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 8 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 9 Melaghar APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹5,029 |
| 12 Karimpur APMC | ₹5,000 |
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 ₹2,500 (50.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Kolaghat APMC ranged between ₹330 and ₹4,900, with the average around ₹4,044. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 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 |
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
Farmers comparing Rice rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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 Kolaghat APMC on 20 Oct 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.