In the mandi rate roundup for 26 Oct 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Nadia APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹3,550
- Lowest Price Today₹3,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 16.2% below the period average and just 32.7% 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
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 26 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹9,560 |
| 3 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 7 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 8 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 9 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 APMC Karjat(Raigad) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹5,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹6,300 (121.2%) 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 Nadia APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹4,179. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Oct | ₹3,550 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Oct | ₹3,550 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,550 | ₹3,480 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,350 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,750 | ₹4,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,250 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Rice yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
Net-net, Nadia APMC posted this Rice rate on 26 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.