In the day's wholesale-price digest for 22 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹4,750 per quintal in Durgapur APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Rice today.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,850
- Lowest Price Today₹4,685
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 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 0.3% below the period average, sitting just 2.4% 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 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 gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹4,666 (81.9%) 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 Durgapur APMC ranged between ₹4,650 and ₹4,865, with the average around ₹4,763. 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 | ₹4,750 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,750 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,865 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,650 | ₹4,765 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,785 |
| 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 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Rice rate at Durgapur APMC on 22 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.