In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹3,650 per quintal in Balarampur APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Rice today.
01What Put Balarampur APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,700
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Rice about 0.1% below the period average, and just 8.8% 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
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Balarampur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,250 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹9,754 |
| 4 Sankeshwar APMC | ₹6,686 |
| 5 Bareilly APMC | ₹6,527 |
| 6 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 8 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 10 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Pune APMC | ₹5,850 |
| 12 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹5,774 |
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 ₹7,476 (129.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
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. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 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 |
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 headline Rice rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Balarampur APMC reported Rice at this level on 17 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.