In the day's wholesale-price digest for 14 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,365 per quintal in Karapa APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,369
- Lowest Price Today₹2,363
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,365
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (1001)
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(Common) is about 1.7% below the period average — just 20.2% 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
This table ranks Paddy(Common) rates across active mandis for 14 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lamlong Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹3,000 |
| 2 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 3 Avalurpet APMC | ₹2,945 |
| 4 Kothabommali APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 5 Santhamaguluru APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 6 Ipur APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 7 Macharla APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 8 Maddipadu APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 9 Atmakur (Nandyal District) APMC | ₹2,470 |
| 10 Srikalahasti APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 11 Chirala APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 12 Sattenapalli APMC | ₹2,450 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹550 (22.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Common) prices at Karapa APMC ranged between ₹2,356 and ₹2,963, with the average around ₹2,405. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,365 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,365 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,380 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,373 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,365 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,365 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,362 | ₹2,365 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,361 | ₹2,365 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,362 | ₹2,366 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,362 | ₹2,365 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,366 | ₹2,367 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,362 | ₹2,365 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,365 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,366 | ₹2,368 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,361 | ₹2,365 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,364 | ₹2,366 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,364 | ₹2,366 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,366 | ₹2,369 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,360 | ₹2,365 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,963 | ₹2,960 | ₹2,962 |
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
For Paddy(Common), the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Paddy(Common) changed hands at this rate in Karapa APMC on 14 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.