Here's the 20 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹2,900 per quintal in Kosikalan APMC. See where this sits in the day's Paddy(Basmati) range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
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₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,900
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati 1509)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Paddy(Basmati) is about 6.6% below the period average, sitting just 17.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Paddy(Basmati) rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kosikalan APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kota APMC Leader | ₹4,200 |
| 2 Kosikalan APMC | ₹2,900 |
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 ₹1,300 (44.8%), 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Kosikalan APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹3,105. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,190 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,160 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,980 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,940 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,490 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,350 | ₹3,260 | ₹3,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,360 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,160 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,170 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,240 | ₹3,160 | ₹3,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Paddy(Basmati) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Paddy(Basmati) stood at Kosikalan APMC on 20 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.