With the 17 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Rice was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Purulia APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Rice Rate
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₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Rice about 0.6% below the period average, and just 7.9% 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
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹9,754 |
| 3 Sankeshwar APMC | ₹6,686 |
| 4 Bareilly APMC | ₹6,527 |
| 5 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 7 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 9 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Pune APMC | ₹5,850 |
| 11 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹5,774 |
| 12 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
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 ₹4,300 (75.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Purulia APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹3,800, with the average around ₹3,522. 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 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,420 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,560 | ₹3,420 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Purulia 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.