Reading today's price tape for 18 Sep 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,365 per quintal in Karapa APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Paddy(Common) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,369
- Lowest Price Today₹2,362
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,365
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (1001)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Paddy(Common) is about 0.6% 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
The table below lines up Paddy(Common) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Karapa APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pipariya APMC Leader | ₹4,660 |
| 2 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,375 |
| 3 Siyana APMC | ₹3,908 |
| 4 Sindhanur APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 5 Vidisha APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 6 Panipat APMC | ₹3,851 |
| 7 Manvi APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 8 Jewar APMC | ₹3,815 |
| 9 APMC Savali APMC | ₹3,810 |
| 10 RAYADURG APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Iamailabad APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 12 APMC Mul APMC | ₹3,800 |
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 ₹860 (22.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Paddy(Common) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Karapa APMC ranged between ₹2,332 and ₹2,963, with the average around ₹2,380. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,365 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,365 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,362 | ₹2,365 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,361 | ₹2,365 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,362 | ₹2,365 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,364 | ₹2,367 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,361 | ₹2,365 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,362 | ₹2,366 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,365 | ₹2,367 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,364 | ₹2,366 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,362 | ₹2,365 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,366 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,367 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,332 | ₹2,336 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,362 | ₹2,366 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,366 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,359 | ₹2,365 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,366 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,362 | ₹2,366 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,362 | ₹2,365 |
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
Before carting Paddy(Common) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Paddy(Common) changed hands at this rate in Karapa APMC on 18 Sep 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.