Farmers planning to sell their rice crop should pay close attention to today’s mandi update. Across major markets in India, rice prices showed significant fluctuations. While premium-quality rice fetched record-high prices in some mandis, heavy arrivals in others kept rates under pressure.
The spotlight today remained on Maharashtra, where rice prices witnessed a strong surge, with rates touching up to ₹8,000 per quintal in select markets. This clearly indicates that mandis with limited supply and high-quality produce are offering better returns to farmers.
On the other hand, several markets in Uttar Pradesh recorded relatively stable prices due to higher arrivals, which limited any major upward movement.
For farmers, choosing the right mandi at the right time is crucial. Selling without proper market insight may lead to lower returns. This report provides a complete overview of state-wise prices, arrival trends, and key insights to help maximize profits.
| Mandi Name | Arrivals (Tonnes) | Variety | Min Price (₹/Quintal) | Max Price (₹/Quintal) |
| Maharashtra | ||||
| Alibag Mandi Rice Price | 1 | Other | 2,500 | 2,700 |
| Kalyan Mandi Rice Price | 0.3 | Other | 4,000 | 8,000 |
| Karjat (Raigad) Mandi Rice Price | 70 | Other | 3,600 | 5,500 |
| Murud Mandi Rice Price | 1 | Other | 2,500 | 2,700 |
| Palghar Mandi Rice Price | 11.5 | 1009 Kar | 4,300 | 4,400 |
| Tumsar Mandi Rice Price | 0.1 | Other | 4,000 | 4,100 |
| Delhi (NCT) | ||||
| Najafgarh Mandi Rice Price | 10 | Parmal | 3,000 | 3,500 |
| Uttar Pradesh | ||||
| Banda Mandi Rice Price | 121 | Common | 3,125 | 3,280 |
| Banthra Mandi Rice Price | 268.8 | Other | 2,861 | 2,881 |
| Kishunpur Mandi Rice Price | 1 | Common | 2,750 | 2,850 |
| Lalganj Mandi Rice Price | 6.6 | Common | 2,700 | 2,800 |
| Pukhrayan Mandi Rice Price | 52 | Common | 3,340 | 3,360 |
| Rura Mandi Rice Price | 90 | Other | 2,550 | 2,650 |
| Tulsipur Mandi Rice Price | 3.5 | III | 2,820 | 2,880 |
The biggest price surge was recorded in Kalyan (Maharashtra), where rice prices jumped from ₹4,000 to ₹8,000 per quintal, reflecting strong demand for premium-quality produce. Karjat (Raigad) also showed solid performance with prices ranging between ₹3,600 and ₹5,500, while Palghar maintained stable rates for the 1009 variety.
In contrast, Uttar Pradesh markets such as Banthra saw prices remain within a narrow range of ₹2,861–₹2,881 due to heavy arrivals (268.8 tonnes), clearly indicating supply pressure. Similar moderate trends were observed in Rura and Lalganj.
From an arrivals perspective, Banthra (268.8 tonnes) and Banda (121 tonnes) recorded the highest supply, leading to price stability. Meanwhile, low-arrival mandis like Kalyan (0.3 tonnes) and Tumsar (0.1 tonnes) maintained higher price levels.
Advice for Farmers:
FAQs:
Q1. What is the highest rice price today?
The highest price is ₹8,000 per quintal in Kalyan mandi (Maharashtra).
Q2. Why are Uttar Pradesh rice prices stable?
Due to heavy arrivals, supply pressure is keeping prices stable.
Q3. Which mandis are best for selling rice?
Kalyan, Karjat, and Palghar mandis are currently offering better returns.
Q4. Should farmers sell rice immediately?
Not always. If prices are low, it’s better to wait if storage is available.
Q5. How to get daily mandi updates?
Follow reliable platforms like Khetivyapar for accurate daily updates.
