As the 28 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Srikakulam APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (1001)
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.
Today's rate is about 0.1% below the period average and just 4.0% 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 28 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Narasaraopet APMC Leader | ₹3,000 |
| 2 Kothabommali APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 3 Maddipadu APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 4 Ipur APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 5 Darsi APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 6 Santhamaguluru APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 7 Chirala APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 8 Kaikaluru APMC | ₹2,440 |
| 9 Kanchili APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Srikakulam APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Krosuru APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Hiramandalam APMC | ₹2,400 |
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.
That ₹600 (25.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Paddy(Common) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Srikakulam APMC ranged between ₹2,369 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,402. 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 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹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
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Srikakulam APMC posted this Paddy(Common) rate on 28 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.