As fresh arrivals settled on 22 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹4,765 per quintal in Asansol APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Asansol APMC on Top Today
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₹4,850
- Lowest Price Today₹4,685
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,765
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Fine)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Rice about 0.0% above the period average, and just 2.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Rice rates across active mandis for 22 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Prayagraj APMC Leader | ₹10,366 |
| 2 Varanasi APMC | ₹9,730 |
| 3 Barabanki APMC | ₹7,755 |
| 4 Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Noida APMC | ₹6,508 |
| 6 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 7 Etawah APMC | ₹6,404 |
| 8 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹6,388 |
| 9 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 10 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Dahod APMC | ₹5,700 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
At ₹4,666 (81.9%), 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 ₹4,764. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,685 | ₹4,765 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,685 | ₹4,765 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,865 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,785 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,685 | ₹4,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,785 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,685 | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,765 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,765 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,765 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,685 | ₹4,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,765 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,850 | ₹4,650 | ₹4,765 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,875 | ₹4,750 | ₹4,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,850 | ₹4,685 | ₹4,765 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,850 | ₹4,685 | ₹4,765 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,865 | ₹4,685 | ₹4,750 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,765 |
| 23 Jul | ₹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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Rice was priced at this level in Asansol APMC on 22 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.