In the latest market update for 21 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,379 per quintal in Pithapuram APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Pithapuram APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,389
- Lowest Price Today₹2,369
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,379
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (B P T)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Paddy(Common) is about 0.0% above the period average — just 0.9% 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
Here's how Paddy(Common) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Maddipadu APMC Leader | ₹2,800 |
| 2 Atmakur (Nandyal District) APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 3 Chirala APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 4 Nelakondapally APMC | ₹2,389 |
| 5 Pithapuram APMC | ₹2,379 |
| 6 Sampara (Kakinada Rural) APMC | ₹2,379 |
| 7 Rampachodvaram APMC | ₹2,379 |
| 8 Prattipadu APMC | ₹2,379 |
| 9 Kakinada (Urban) APMC | ₹2,375 |
| 10 Peddapuram APMC | ₹2,369 |
| 11 Mylavaram APMC | ₹2,369 |
| 12 Jaggampet APMC | ₹2,369 |
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.
At ₹431 (18.2%), 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Pithapuram APMC ranged between ₹2,369 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹2,379. 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 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
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(Common) 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
To wrap up, Pithapuram APMC logged this Paddy(Common) rate on 21 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.