In the mandi rate roundup for 24 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,600 per quintal in Darsi APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (B P T)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Paddy(Common) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Paddy(Common) about 7.0% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Paddy(Common) rates across the markets that reported on 24 Aug 2026, so you can see where Darsi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Badvel APMC Leader | ₹3,380 |
| 2 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 3 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 4 Kothabommali APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 5 Maddipadu APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 6 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 7 Ipur APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 8 Parchur APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 9 Darsi APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Avalurpet APMC | ₹2,579 |
| 11 Kamalapuram APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 12 Atmakur (Nandyal District) APMC | ₹2,480 |
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 ₹900 (36.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Darsi APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,429. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,380 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,380 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,400 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Paddy(Common) was priced at this level in Darsi APMC on 24 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.