In the latest market update for 21 Jul 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹3,400 per quintal in Purulia APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Jul 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
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.
Right now Rice is about 3.6% below the period average — just 10.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹12,400 |
| 2 Saharanpur APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 3 Mumbai APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Bareilly APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 5 Sangli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Gadag APMC | ₹6,911 |
| 7 Kalyan APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Pilibhit APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Kampli APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 10 Pune APMC | ₹5,550 |
| 11 Dahod APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Bengaluru APMC | ₹5,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹6,900 (125.5%), 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 Purulia APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹3,800, with the average around ₹3,526. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,650 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹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
Aim for the best-paying Rice yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Rice changed hands at this rate in Purulia APMC on 21 Jul 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.