Turning to the 17 Aug 2026 APMC board, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,867 per quintal in Machilipatnam APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Paddy(Common) today.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,973
- Lowest Price Today₹2,747
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,867
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (B P T)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Paddy(Common) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 2.5% below the period average and just 10.4% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Paddy(Common) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vidisha APMC Leader | ₹4,401 |
| 2 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,280 |
| 3 Gangavathi APMC | ₹4,247 |
| 4 Bundi APMC | ₹4,235 |
| 5 Mainpuri APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 6 Baran APMC | ₹4,175 |
| 7 Hoovinahadagali APMC | ₹4,050 |
| 8 Kesamudram APMC | ₹4,016 |
| 9 Hapur APMC | ₹3,978 |
| 10 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹3,795 |
| 11 Jahangirabad APMC | ₹3,723 |
| 12 Gangoh APMC | ₹3,665 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Common).
That ₹736 (20.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Paddy(Common) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹2,939. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,973 | ₹2,747 | ₹2,867 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,053 | ₹2,785 | ₹3,000 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Paddy(Common) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) traded at this rate in Machilipatnam APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.