In the mandi rate roundup for 05 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹4,700 per quintal in Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,800
- Lowest Price Today₹4,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 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.
This puts Rice about 12.3% above the period average, and just 4.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 05 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹7,963 |
| 3 Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,350 |
| 6 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 7 Kalyan APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Ipur APMC | ₹5,840 |
| 10 Bahraich APMC | ₹5,804 |
| 11 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Pune APMC | ₹5,750 |
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.
At ₹4,250 (73.9%), 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 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC ranged between ₹3,600 and ₹4,900, with the average around ₹4,184. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 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 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Jul | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 09 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 03 Jul | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Rice today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC reported Rice at this level on 05 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.