Across the reporting yards on 17 Aug 2026, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹4,100 per quintal in Kota APMC. This is one of several Paddy(Basmati) rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Paddy(Basmati) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,100
- Lowest Price Today₹4,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,100
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Paddy(Basmati) about 0.2% below the period average, and just 5.7% 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 Paddy(Basmati) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jullana APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Kota APMC | ₹4,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Basmati).
That ₹900 (22.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Paddy(Basmati) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Kota APMC ranged between ₹3,350 and ₹4,350, with the average around ₹4,110. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Nov | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 29 Oct | ₹4,250 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,250 |
| 28 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,950 | ₹3,950 | ₹3,950 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,350 | ₹3,350 | ₹3,350 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,550 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,550 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,950 | ₹3,950 | ₹3,950 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,950 | ₹3,950 | ₹3,950 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,001 | ₹4,001 | ₹4,001 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
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
The headline Paddy(Basmati) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kota APMC reported Paddy(Basmati) 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.