Going by the latest APMC figures for 14 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,940 per quintal in Machilipatnam APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Machilipatnam 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₹2,987
- Lowest Price Today₹2,813
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,940
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (B P T)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Paddy(Common) about 0.0% above the period average, and just 8.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 Vidisha APMC Leader | ₹4,500 |
| 2 Tiroda APMC | ₹4,408 |
| 3 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 4 Bundi APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 5 Gangavathi APMC | ₹4,213 |
| 6 Raisen APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 7 Dabra APMC | ₹4,150 |
| 8 Udaipura APMC | ₹4,035 |
| 9 Sindhanur APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 10 Mul APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 11 Kadamtala APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Madurai 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.
A spread of ₹700 (18.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Common) prices at Machilipatnam APMC ranged between ₹2,733 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹2,940. 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 | ₹2,987 | ₹2,813 | ₹2,940 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,973 | ₹2,759 | ₹2,853 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,947 | ₹2,785 | ₹2,840 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,025 | ₹2,785 | ₹2,867 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,733 | ₹2,907 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,759 | ₹2,853 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,733 | ₹2,853 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,067 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,025 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,733 | ₹2,867 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,733 | ₹2,867 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,733 | ₹2,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,133 | ₹2,933 | ₹3,067 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,067 | ₹2,867 | ₹2,967 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,067 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,933 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,067 | ₹2,933 | ₹3,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,133 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,067 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,133 | ₹2,933 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,159 | ₹2,907 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,933 | ₹3,159 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,933 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,933 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Paddy(Common), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Paddy(Common) was priced at this level in Machilipatnam APMC on 14 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.