In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹4,202 per quintal in Vidisha APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,202
- Lowest Price Today₹2,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,202
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Paddy)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Paddy(Common) is about 0.5% below the period average, sitting just 12.4% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Paddy(Common) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pipariya APMC Leader | ₹4,500 |
| 2 Raisen APMC | ₹4,450 |
| 3 Gangavathi APMC | ₹4,280 |
| 4 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 5 Kesamudram APMC | ₹4,236 |
| 6 Vidisha APMC | ₹4,202 |
| 7 Mainpuri APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 8 Bundi APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 9 Channagiri APMC | ₹4,020 |
| 10 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹3,965 |
| 11 Saharanpur APMC | ₹3,910 |
| 12 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹3,857 |
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.
The ₹643 (16.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Vidisha APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹4,799, with the average around ₹4,222. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹4,202 | ₹2,900 | ₹4,202 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,501 | ₹1,401 | ₹4,401 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,106 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,525 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,799 | ₹1,210 | ₹4,650 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,701 | ₹3,100 | ₹4,701 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,730 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,730 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,721 | ₹2,600 | ₹4,721 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,711 | ₹3,201 | ₹4,612 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,352 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,201 | ₹2,900 | ₹4,201 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,526 | ₹1,200 | ₹4,526 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,201 | ₹3,100 | ₹4,201 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,572 | ₹3,300 | ₹4,572 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹3,300 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,400 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,601 | ₹4,020 | ₹4,601 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,595 | ₹1,470 | ₹4,065 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Paddy(Common) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
All told, this is where Paddy(Common) stood at Vidisha APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.