Turning to the 12 Aug 2026 APMC board, Rice was quoted at ₹4,750 per quintal in Durgapur APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
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
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Fine)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 0.3% below the period average and just 2.4% 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 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Agra APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 4 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 5 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Ipur APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 7 Pune APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 8 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Bazpur APMC | ₹5,633 |
| 10 Sindhanur APMC | ₹5,620 |
| 11 Bengaluru APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Samsi APMC | ₹5,300 |
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 ₹4,700 (88.7%) 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 Durgapur APMC ranged between ₹4,665 and ₹4,865, with the average around ₹4,764. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,665 | ₹4,775 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,685 | ₹4,765 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,865 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,765 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,850 | ₹4,665 | ₹4,775 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,865 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,785 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,765 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,850 | ₹4,685 | ₹4,765 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,785 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,785 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,850 | ₹4,685 | ₹4,765 |
| 18 Jul | ₹4,850 | ₹4,685 | ₹4,750 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,785 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,850 | ₹4,685 | ₹4,750 |
| 14 Jul | ₹4,865 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,750 |
| 13 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
Going to the top Rice market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Durgapur APMC posted this Rice rate on 12 Aug 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.