In the day's wholesale-price digest for 21 Aug 2026, Kota APMC stood at the front of the pack for Paddy(Basmati), clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,250 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Paddy(Basmati) today.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Price
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,250
- Lowest Price Today₹4,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,250
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Paddy(Basmati) is about 0.9% above the period average — just 2.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Paddy(Basmati) rates across the markets that reported on 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kota APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kota APMC Leader | ₹4,250 |
| 2 Siyana APMC | ₹2,040 |
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.
At ₹2,210 (108.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Paddy(Basmati) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Kota APMC ranged between ₹4,100 and ₹4,350, with the average around ₹4,214. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,350 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,350 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,250 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,250 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,250 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,250 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 |
| 15 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 |
| 14 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 09 Jul | ₹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
Aim for the best-paying Paddy(Basmati) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Paddy(Basmati) found its strongest bid at Kota APMC on 21 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.