As the 14 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Rice was quoted at ₹3,720 per quintal in Purulia 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
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹3,680
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,720
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 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.
This puts Rice about 5.6% above the period average, and just 2.1% 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 14 Oct 2026, so you can see where Purulia APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Kalyan APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Lucknow APMC | ₹9,068 |
| 5 Agra APMC | ₹7,135 |
| 6 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,550 |
| 7 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 APMC Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 9 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 10 Shillong APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Kaliaganj APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹5,400 |
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.
That ₹5,100 (94.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Rice fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Purulia APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹3,800, with the average around ₹3,524. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,680 | ₹3,720 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,760 | ₹3,640 | ₹3,700 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,620 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,460 | ₹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
Before carting Rice to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Purulia APMC reported Rice at this level on 14 Oct 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.