With the 11 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Rice was quoted at ₹3,600 per quintal in Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Rice today.
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₹3,700
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date11 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Fine)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 12.9% below the period average and just 26.5% 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 11 Aug 2026, so you can see where Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Lucknow APMC | ₹9,023 |
| 3 Firozabad APMC | ₹8,360 |
| 4 Gadag APMC | ₹7,270 |
| 5 Sangli APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,450 |
| 8 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 9 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 10 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Bhandara APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Sindhanur APMC | ₹5,950 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
That ₹4,050 (68.1%) 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 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹4,900, with the average around ₹4,135. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | ₹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 |
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 often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 11 Aug 2026, Rice traded at this rate in Tamluk (Medinipur E) 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.