Turning to the 18 Jul 2026 APMC board, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Itarsi APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Paddy(Common) yards.
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₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Jul 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Paddy)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 18.2% below the period average and just 31.9% 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
The table below lines up Paddy(Common) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Jul 2026, so you can see where Itarsi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vidisha APMC Leader | ₹4,450 |
| 2 Raisen APMC | ₹4,150 |
| 3 Bundi APMC | ₹4,101 |
| 4 Dabra APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 5 Khurja APMC | ₹3,819 |
| 6 Khair APMC | ₹3,801 |
| 7 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹3,699 |
| 8 Mul APMC | ₹3,650 |
| 9 Jahangirabad APMC | ₹3,644 |
| 10 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹3,632 |
| 11 Sikarpur APMC | ₹3,582 |
| 12 Chamorshi APMC | ₹3,568 |
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 ₹882 (24.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Paddy(Common) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Common) prices at Itarsi APMC ranged between ₹2,505 and ₹4,405, with the average around ₹3,668. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,725 | ₹3,725 | ₹3,725 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,950 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,950 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹4,405 | ₹3,805 | ₹4,405 |
| 09 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 07 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 06 Jul | ₹3,850 | ₹3,150 | ₹3,850 |
| 03 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹2,505 | ₹4,200 |
| 02 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 25 Jun | ₹4,000 | ₹3,550 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Jun | ₹4,200 | ₹2,820 | ₹4,200 |
| 22 Jun | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 20 Jun | ₹3,745 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,725 |
| 19 Jun | ₹3,970 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,970 |
| 18 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹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
The day's best Paddy(Common) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
Bottom line: on 18 Jul 2026, Paddy(Common) traded at this rate in Itarsi 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.