With the 17 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Rice was quoted at ₹3,450 per quintal in Jiaganj APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Fine)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 0.6% below the period average and just 4.2% 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
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Sankeshwar APMC | ₹6,686 |
| 4 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 5 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 7 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Pune APMC | ₹5,850 |
| 9 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Dahod APMC | ₹5,670 |
| 11 Kaliaganj APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 12 Samsi APMC | ₹5,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
A spread of ₹4,750 (90.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Jiaganj APMC ranged between ₹3,400 and ₹3,600, with the average around ₹3,472. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Rice traded at this rate in Jiaganj 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.