In the latest market update for 06 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹4,750 per quintal in Asansol APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
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₹4,850
- Lowest Price Today₹4,675
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Fine)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Rice is about 0.2% below the period average, sitting just 2.6% 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 06 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Lucknow APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 3 Banthara APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Sangli APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Prayagraj APMC | ₹6,202 |
| 7 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Kalyan APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Rampur APMC | ₹5,723 |
| 11 Bhandara APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
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.
At ₹4,300 (75.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Asansol APMC ranged between ₹4,650 and ₹4,875, with the average around ₹4,761. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sep | ₹4,850 | ₹4,685 | ₹4,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,850 | ₹4,650 | ₹4,765 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,765 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,765 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,865 | ₹4,685 | ₹4,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,865 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,765 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,850 | ₹4,685 | ₹4,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,850 | ₹4,685 | ₹4,750 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,850 | ₹4,650 | ₹4,765 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,850 | ₹4,685 | ₹4,765 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,765 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,650 | ₹4,765 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,700 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,785 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,685 | ₹4,765 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Rice rate at Asansol APMC on 06 Aug 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.