Going by the latest APMC figures for 25 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in Maddipadu APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 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 9.3% above the period average and right at 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
This table ranks Paddy(Common) rates across active mandis for 25 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sattenapalli APMC Leader | ₹3,700 |
| 2 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 3 Mydukur APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 4 RAYADURG APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Machilipatnam APMC | ₹2,973 |
| 7 Kothabommali APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 8 Maddipadu APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 9 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Avalurpet APMC | ₹2,660 |
| 11 Macharla APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 12 Darsi APMC | ₹2,600 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,100 (42.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Maddipadu APMC ranged between ₹2,450 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,562. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
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
Bottom line: on 25 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) traded at this rate in Maddipadu 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.