As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,050 per quintal in Sultanpur APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Paddy(Common) yard so you can see where this one falls.
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₹2,050
- Lowest Price Today₹2,050
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,050
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 5.2% below the period average and just 39.7% 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 Aug 2026, so you can see where Sultanpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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.
At ₹643 (16.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Paddy(Common) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Sultanpur APMC ranged between ₹2,050 and ₹3,400, with the average around ₹2,162. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,133 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,090 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,075 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,351 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 |
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
Farmers comparing Paddy(Common) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
Net-net, Sultanpur APMC posted this Paddy(Common) rate on 18 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.