Pulling together the 15 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Rice was quoted at ₹3,650 per quintal in Balarampur 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₹3,700
- Lowest Price Today₹3,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Rice is about 0.1% below the period average, sitting just 8.8% 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
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bolangir APMC Leader | ₹3,800 |
| 2 Tusura APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 3 Balarampur APMC | ₹3,650 |
| 4 Hapur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 Dasda APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 6 Karvi APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 7 Purwa APMC | ₹2,544 |
| 8 Yusufpur APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 9 Akbarpur APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 10 Azamgarh APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Rura APMC | ₹2,371 |
| 12 Dudhi APMC | ₹2,200 |
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 ₹1,600 (72.7%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Balarampur APMC ranged between ₹3,400 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,655. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,650 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,650 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,650 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,650 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,650 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,550 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,650 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,650 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Rice, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
To sum up, this was the Rice rate at Balarampur APMC on 15 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.