Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹3,400 per quintal in Kalyani APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Rice yards.
01What Put Kalyani APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Sona)
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 18.5% below the period average, sitting just 32.0% 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
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chintamani APMC Leader | ₹8,030 |
| 2 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 3 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 4 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 5 Dahod APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 6 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 7 APMC Palghar APMC | ₹5,320 |
| 8 Jangipur APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 9 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Asansol APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 12 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹4,402 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
The ₹3,628 (82.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Kalyani APMC ranged between ₹3,300 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹4,170. 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 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
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 day's best Rice rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Rice rate at Kalyani APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.