Looking at how the yards traded on 28 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,550 per quintal in Santhamaguluru APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,580
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (B P T)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Paddy(Common) is about 1.5% above the period average — just 1.2% 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
This table ranks Paddy(Common) rates across active mandis for 28 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gangoh APMC Leader | ₹4,050 |
| 2 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 3 Repalli APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 4 Macharla APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 5 Thoubal APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Imphal APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Bishenpur APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 RAYADURG APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Machilipatnam APMC | ₹2,873 |
| 11 Kothabommali APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹2,800 |
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 ₹1,250 (44.6%) 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 Santhamaguluru APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹2,580, with the average around ₹2,513. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,470 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,480 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,470 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,480 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
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
When picking where to sell Paddy(Common), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Paddy(Common) changed hands at this rate in Santhamaguluru APMC on 28 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.