Farmers Shocked by Today’s Rice Prices! Maharashtra Touches ₹12,000 While Several Markets See a Slowdown — Here’s the Real Picture

Maharashtra’s rice markets witnessed sharp fluctuations today. While smaller mandis reported stable rates, major markets such as Mumbai, Pune, and Solapur recorded exceptionally high prices. In several regions, prices remained firm despite low arrivals, whereas in a few high-arrival mandis, farmers still managed to secure impressive returns.

Overall, the day brought mixed but golden opportunities for rice growers. Prices reached as high as ₹12,000 per quintal in some mandis, while others saw rates remain on the lower side.

To help you make informed decisions, here is the essential update on today’s mandi trends

• Which mandi offered the highest prices
• Where heavy arrivals pushed prices downward
• Where holding stock may bring higher returns

This latest market-price report will guide farmers toward the right selling strategy.

Maharashtra Mandi-Wise Report – 29 November 2025:

Price & Arrival Analysis:

1. Pune APMC recorded today’s highest price at ₹12,000 per quintal.
2. Mumbai APMC offered strong returns as well, with a maximum price of ₹6,000 per quintal.
3. Solapur remained a strong market with rates touching ₹7,110 per quintal.

Where Did Prices Remain Low?

1. Mangaon reported the lowest price of the day ₹1,900 per quintal.
2. Alibag and Murud saw prices capped at ₹2,700, limiting farmer profits.

Arrival Scenario

1. Mumbai APMC saw the heaviest arrival 1796.40 tonnes, pushing overall supply upward.

2. Despite extremely low arrivals (0.2–1 tonne), Bhandara, Nagpur, and Murud maintained stable prices.

3. Palghar witnessed strong arrivals (112.4 tonnes), yet prices stayed fixed at ₹4,550, indicating balanced demand in the region.

Market Advice for Farmers

1. Sell Immediately in High-Price Mandis: Pune, Solapur, and Mumbai offered excellent prices today. Farmers with good-quality rice can secure high profits by selling now.

2. Hold Stock in Low-Price Areas: Regions like Mangaon, Alibag, and Murud, prices remained weak. Holding stock may help farmers benefit from expected price increases next week.

3. Track Big Mandis Closely: Large markets such as Mumbai and Pune see frequent fluctuations. Watch for upward movement and sell promptly when rates rise.

4. Focus on Quality Improvement: Premium-quality rice always earns better prices. Investing in grading, cleaning, and proper handling can significantly increase market returns.

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