From today's trading desk on 28 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹4,300 per quintal in Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Rice arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Fine)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Rice is about 4.9% above the period average, sitting just 12.2% 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 28 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 Muradabad APMC | ₹7,571 |
| 3 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 4 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 5 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Pune APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 8 Bengaluru APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Kampli APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Ballia APMC | ₹5,476 |
| 11 Barpathari APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹5,200 |
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.
The ₹8,000 (153.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹4,900, with the average around ₹4,098. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Rice, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Rice stood at Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC on 28 Aug 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.